Having offered years of service and expertise to Serve Virginia, Dr. Sheila Williamson-Branch is the outgoing Vice Chair of the Governor’s Advisory Board on Service and Volunteerism (GAB), serving as a Board member since 2018. “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time serving on the GAB as a committee chair, reviewer of grants, and as Vice Chair,” reflects Sheila. “Meeting and learning about the many programs Serve Virginia was involved with was most enlightening. Serving on the board allowed me to be a part of an organization that truly cares about non-profit organizations and the communities they serve.”

Sheila first became involved with service and volunteerism after returning home from college in 1984, eagerly joining a few community organizations to give back to the community where she grew up. Since then, she has been involved in public service for more than 25 years and is currently serving as City Treasurer for the City of Danville. Additionally, she is a member of the Danville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, and the Danville (VA) Chapter of the Links, Inc. which involve public service. “Being involved with these organizations in my community allows me to continually serve others who are in need,” says Sheila.