Board Members
Wellspring of Life Farm, Inc. is organized for charitable and social welfare purposes under §501(c)(3) of the IRS.
Operated and supported solely by volunteers,
please meet our dedicated and dynamic Board members-
Officers
President, Lester Leung
Dr. Leung brings to the Board over 20 years of experience as a Board Certified Cardiologist with University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Hospital in Bel Air, Maryland. His educational and medical training spans over 16 years graduating from Emory University, George Washington University Medical School and Vanderbilt University Medical School. In addition to enjoying his time at the hospital supporting his patients in their care, Dr. Leung receives peace in caring for his 71 acre farm and spending time with his family. With two grown children in the Armed Forces, Dr. Leung is looking forward to using the farm to help those who serve us. John 3:16
Vice President, John Haddaway
Sergeant John Haddaway is a 25-year veteran of the Baltimore County Police Department, where he currently serves as the Department’s Peer Support and Wellness Manager. Throughout his career, he has held a wide range of assignments, including patrol, community resources, homeland security, civil disturbance, dignitary and witness protection, and crisis response, providing him with a broad operational foundation that informs his approach to officer wellness and peer support. He is also part-time on the Department’s Dignitary Witness Protection Team and Special Response Team helping first responders develop resilience skills, manage stress, and pursue post-traumatic growth. Demonstrating a strong commitment to innovative wellness initiatives, Sgt. Haddaway founded the Department’s Facility Dog Program in 2025. He serves as the handler for “Avenger,” a Mutts With A Mission-trained facility dog. Avenger supports department members, their families, retirees, and community members through structured, specialty-trained emotional and psychological support. He regularly accompanies Sgt. Haddaway during peer support interactions, critical incident responses, debriefings, and departmental outreach. Sgt. Haddaway also brings prior military service as a 10-year Veteran of the Maryland Army National Guard, where he served in infantry, morale, welfare and readiness, and recruiting and retention roles. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland Global Campus, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He is a true blessing to the Board and hands-on with many WLF programs.
Treasurer, Elie Fraiji, Jr.
Elie Fraiji is a Client Relationship Specialist at Harford Financial Group. He graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County with a degree in Financial Economics, where he also played Division I lacrosse. Raised on his family farm in Harford County, Elie developed a deep appreciation for agriculture with his family raising goats, sheep, horses, turkeys, and more. Elie assists his family farm raising Black Angus cattle. He spends much of his time baling hay and tending to the cattle, alongside a few familiar companions—Flower the goat, Jimmy the horse, and the family’s dogs, Wrangler, Levi, and Pup. An active 4-Her, Elie showed sheep. His dedication and work ethic brought him to WLF in high school where he spent summers working on the farm and assisting with day-to-day operations. Elie has a personal connection with WLF's mission as he rode "Ami" as a child. Drawn to the mission and the impact it has on those it serves, Elie is excited to support WLF and its participants as a Board member now!
Secretary, Julie Turner
Fulfilling her childhood dream to be in the presence of horses, Julie came to WLF in 2025 as a volunteer with both the mobile unit and therapeutic sessions. As a nurse for over 32 years, she understands that healing has a path that may require more than traditional therapies. At WLF, healing embraces the physical and mental achievements in a tranquil and serenity setting where humans and animals connect.
Julie enjoys spending time with her husband, Rob, and 2 adult sons as well as volunteering for Bible Study Fellowship (BSF). If not with family and fellowship, Julie can be found playing Mahjong with senior friends at a retirement community. Julie believes that it is through helping others and sharing her time that she can refresh herself and be close to God. Proverbs 11:25
Executive Director, Dawn Leung
A PATH certified instructor, ESMHL and driving instructor, Dawn seeks to assist families find peace and hope through combining her love of horses and dogs with God's amazing grace. A cancer survivor of 15 years now, Dawn has spent much of her time on the farm or in the classroom where she taught teens and adults as an adjunct at the local community college. Her experiences as a farm owner include showing and breeding horses and dogs. Her respect and love for the military was established at a young age as she grew up surrounded by dedicated family members serving in the Armed Forces. Dawn and her beloved husband of over 25 years are the proud parents of two grown children serving and have served in the Army and Coast Guard. Jeremiah 29:11
Mobile Unit Coorinator, Marsha Chilcoat
After a fulfilling 49 years in healthcare, Marsha found respite volunteering with WLF and sharing her lifelong love for animals. Drawn to WLF's amazing teamwork amongst humans who partner with therapy animals, Marsha volunteers multiple times a week to assist in building outreach opportunities for the mobile unit as well as working on becoming an ABW for driving sessions. Married for 47 years and blessed with two grown children and four grandchildren, Marsha enjoys family time on a 10 acre-farm gardening and cooking amazing farm fresh meals. Marsha is looking forward to serving others and fulfilling WLF's mission.
Members
Mark Gardner
As an active volunteer at Hereford Volunteer Fire Company, and a retired member of the Baltimore County Fire Department, Mark brings 50 years of dedicated fire service to WLF.
Mark is involved in many community organizations including the Hereford Optimist, HZBA, First Fruits Farm, and Hereford Faith and Life Church. Married for 45 years to his wife Janet who is a PATH certified ESMHL at WLF, Mark enjoys watching their seven delightful grandchildren grow up in the Hereford community. Mark is looking forward to combining his extensive background with fire service and his Christ-centered faith in serving as an advocate for First Responders at WLF where he believes the therapy animals can provide much needed support.
Mary Kohler
A PATH certified ESMHL, Mary came to WLF after retiring from working for the Maryland government for over 30 years. A horse owner herself, she was looking to find a volunteer opportunity that would allow her to help others through connecting with horses. After 8 years at the farm, Mary's mentoring has grown to include canine and caprine therapy animals whose antics put a smile on everyone's face! Mary appreciates the gifts that all God's creatures can offer people. She is eager to share some talented minihorses, loving dogs and crazy goats with those who can't come to the farm for therapeutic programs through the mobile visits.
Erick Larsen
Erick is a dedicated leader whose approach to hard work is deeply shaped by a family legacy of resilience, and hard work. As the son of a Vietnam War Veteran, Erick grew up with a profound appreciation for integrity, accountability, and appreciation for those who choose to serve—values that continue to guide his professional and civic contributions. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for bringing people together, elevating others, and championing initiatives that strengthen long term organizational health. With a grounded perspective and a strong belief in leading by example, Erick brings to the
board a steady, principled voice focused on sustainable growth, responsible
stewardship, and meaningful impact. Erick's dedication and commitment to WLF's mission is evident in the many volunteer hours he logs in while working fulltime.
Andy Vineberg
Andy is a Baltimore native who earned his BS from Towson University. After working many years in the sports entertainment arena, Andy moved into the pharmaceutical sales industry. A member of the Masons of Maryland, Andy has earned the honor of becoming a KCCH 32nd degree Mason. His respect and immense loyalty to the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces comes from his father Jack’s example in the Army serving 1966-1967 and his grandfather Al Mazer who served during WW2. Andy has a strong passion to help others and enjoys bringing his son Colin to the farm to volunteer. “Wellspring is truly a home away from home for so many and we are so blessed to have a place like Wellspring in our community.” Andy is a Cavalry Sponsor for Ami, and all 3 generations have a blast visiting Ami as often as possible~ usually each week!