Board of Directors
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors will manage the business of the Corporation and will exercise all the powers that may be exercised by the Corporation under the statutes of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the Articles of Organization, or the Bylaws. The Board will always consist of at least three (3) members and may contain up to five (5) members. A vacancy on the Board of Directors by reason of death, resignation, removal, or other causes may be filled by the remaining Directors, or the Board may leave the position unfilled. During periods when there is an unfilled vacancy on the Board of Directors, actions taken by the remaining Directors will constitute actions of the Board.
Dawn M. Saba
President
Dawn Saba is an inspiration in her leadership of West Side Benevolent Circle, with two decades of experience, she has offered her time and her dedication to organizations that support the community. She has been an instrumental force in expanding the programs that West Side offers and has strengthened connections within the community. As a member of the Board of Directors for West Side, Dawn also brings heart and an unwavering commitment to assisting the residents of Mansfield when needed and to give them a hand to change their situations.
Throughout her career, Dawn has held roles in Human Resources, Special Education, as well as retail management. Dawn currently enjoys working in an elementary school office, supporting families, administration, and staff. Her passion has always been working with people in any capacity. Her ability to turn challenges into opportunities and inspire volunteers to be creative in their approach, has helped achieve inspiring results and has solidified her reputation in the town of Mansfield.
Beyond her accomplishments with West Side, Dawn is a wife and a proud mother of 5. She has received Massachusetts Unsung Heroine Award as well as the Town of Mansfield Community Volunteer Award. She has dedicated her time to raising her 5 children here in Mansfield, serving as President and on the board for West Side, as well as volunteering for many years with the Mansfield Public Schools, the Hockomock YMCA and her church. When she’s not assisting the residents of Mansfield, Dawn finds joy in reading, going to the beach, listening to music, and spending time with her family.
Maria Smith
Vice-President | Program Chair
Maria Smith has been an integral part in West Side and its board since 2021, and volunteering with us for ______ years. Her longstanding commitment to service is evident in her dedication to the town of Mansfield. Maria has been a passionate volunteer at Our Daily Bread for ____ years, as well as holding positions there such as _________, and being on the Steering Committee. Throughout the years she has given her time to volunteering for the schools and her church community here in Mansfield. She dedicates her time at West Side to guiding our volunteers in many capacities and heading some of West Side's programs to ensure they are running smoothly while offering the best support to the families of Mansfield.
Throughout her career, Maria has held roles in ______. Her passion for volunteering and her commitment to assisting the families in our town has given her a glowing reputation.
Beyond her accomplishments with West Side, Maria is a wife and mother of 3. She has dedicated her time to raising her 3 children, serving as Vice-President and having a seat on the board for West Side, as well as volunteering for many years with Our Daily Bread food pantry, Mansfield Public Schools, and her church. Maria has also been graciously recognized with the Town of Mansfield Community Volunteer Award (?), as well as ________. When she’s not assisting the residents of Mansfield, Maria loves to, ___________.
Kate Allen
Treasurer
Kate has been an integral part in West Side and its board since 2021, and volunteering with us for ______ years. Her longstanding commitment to service is evident in her dedication to the town of Mansfield. Maria has been a passionate volunteer at Our Daily Bread for ____ years, as well as holding positions there such as _________, and being on the Steering Committee. Throughout the years she has given her time to volunteering for the schools and her church community here in Mansfield. She dedicates her time at West Side to guiding our volunteers in many capacities and heading some of West Side's programs to ensure they are running smoothly while offering the best support to the families of Mansfield.
Throughout her career, Maria has held roles in ______. Her passion for volunteering and her commitment to assisting the families in our town has given her a glowing reputation.
Beyond her accomplishments with West Side, Maria is a wife and mother of 3. She has dedicated her time to raising her 3 children, serving as Vice-President and having a seat on the board for West Side, as well as volunteering for many years with Our Daily Bread food pantry, Mansfield Public Schools, and her church. Maria has also been graciously recognized with the Town of Mansfield Community Volunteer Award (?), as well as ________. When she’s not assisting the residents of Mansfield, Maria loves to, ___________.