Salt River Community Children’s Foundation
Current Board Members
| Board of Trustees | Founding Board Members |
|---|---|
| Chair, Angelica Valadez Vice Chair, Devanie Hawkins Trustee, Marshall Loring Trustee, Bryce McGertt Trustee, Steven Morales |
Tom Largo the late Robert Scabby |
Angelica Valadez
Chair, Salt River Children’s Foundation
Angelica Valadez, an enrolled member of the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community, who proudly represents her Onk Akimel O’odham heritage. As a dedicated mother to two teenage daughters, Jizelle and Brielle, she balances family life with a strong commitment to education and professional growth.
Angelica earned her Associate degrees in Business and Arts from Scottsdale Community College and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics. She currently works for her community as a Budgets & Accounts Specialist within the Information Technology (IT) department.
Passionate about giving back, Angelica is honored to serve on The Salt River Community Children’s Foundation, where she strives to create valuable opportunities for the youth of her community. With gratitude for the chance to make a meaningful impact, she looks forward to supporting the next generation.
Sapo Dai Hugai.
Devanie Hawkins
Vice-Chair, Salt River Children’s Foundation
Devanie Hawkins is Onk Akimel O’Odham and an enrolled member of the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. Devanie has a passion for child welfare and has served her Community since 2018 under the Social Services Department where she is now acting Community Liaison. Devanie also takes pride in being a mother to her three year old son, Chance and enjoys spending time with her family. Devanie is also a former Miss Salt River 2011-2012, Jr. Miss Salt River 2008-2009, Young River Peoples’ Council President, and Young River Peoples’ Council Member. Due to these opportunities provided during her upbringing, she is very committed to the investment of community youth and understands how support, belief, and mentorship can positively impact a young person’s life. Devanie is honored to be a part of the Salt River Community Children’s Foundation, and upholding its mission and values. Sape Dai Hugai.
Marshall Loring
Trustee, Salt River Children’s Foundation
Marshall Loring, a member of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (Xalychidom Piipaash), began his service to the Foundation in 2024, though his commitment to the Community began much earlier.
As a teenager, he worked with the Salt River Police Department, serving in their Police Explorer Post – an experience that ignited his passion for public service. Over the years, he has served various organizations, including as Vice-Chairman of the Salt River Land Management Board and on the Board of Directors for the Salt River Financial Services Institution. Additionally, he has worked in behavioral health and social services across the Valley, supporting youth, adolescents, and families.
In 2019, he became the first Salt River community member to earn a degree in Mortuary Science and to obtain licensure as a Funeral Director, Embalmer, and Cremationist in the State of Arizona. Currently, he practices at Messinger Mortuary in Scottsdale, where his dedication to serving others and to his profession was recognized by the National Funeral Directors Association, which selected him as a member of their Emerging Leaders Program.
Outside of his professional life, Marshall enjoys spending time in nature, finding peace and adventure in activities like camping, kayaking, hiking, photography, and traveling. He is also an avid Arizona Diamondbacks fan and season-ticket holder. His deep connection to the community and his dedication to service guide his contributions to the Salt River Community Children’s Foundation.
Bryce McGertt
Trustee, Salt River Children’s Foundation
Bryce McGertt is an enrolled member of Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community and is a Marketing & Community Relations Coordinator at Salt River Materials Group. He holds an Associates of Applied Science in Organizational Management from Scottsdale Community College and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Communications at Arizona State University.
He has a long-standing connection with the Foundation, having contributed as a staff member, volunteer, and now as a member of the Board of Trustees. In 2013, he was a foundation recipient, receiving support to perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade during his senior year of high school –an experience that fulfilled a lifelong dream of performing in New York City.
Bryce is committed to helping create opportunities within the foundation that foster personal growth and development for young people and their families in the community.
Steven Morales
Trustee, Salt River Children’s Foundation
Steven Morales works for the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Gaming Enterprise where he holds the position as Security Manager for Casino Arizona. Steven is currently studying Organizational Leadership with Arizona State University and has completed studies in Conflict & Crisis Management with Rio Salado College.
Stevens’ most recent accomplishments within the SRPMIC has been when he was selected as a member of the SRPMIC Emergency Community Response Team. Another recent accomplishment was when he successfully passed Department of Homeland training in Emergency Operations for Tribal Governments.
In 2005 Steven graduated from the Arizona State Correctional Academy and was assigned as an Officer to Perryville Prison in Goodyear Arizona. In 2013 he served with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Enforcement Support Unit (8 Years of service).
In 2023, Steven received certification with American Red Cross as an Instructor in CPR/AED & First Aid. As of March 2025, he has also received certification by American Red Cross as an Instructor in International Humanitarian Law. Steven looks forward to the opportunity to bring his ideas and contributions to the Salt River Community Children’s Foundation.