Shelters of Saratoga Names New Board President

Saratoga Springs — Peter Hopper was recently voted in as the new board president of Shelters of Saratoga, the human service agency based in Saratoga Springs that serves the local community facing homelessness. Hopper succeeds Kathy McNeice, who completed her two-year term as president in May of this year. The announcement was made by Duane Vaughn, executive director of Shelters of Saratoga.

“Peter brings a personal perspective to our mission, as well as valuable professional expertise to our board and our organization,” said Vaughn. “Since joining our board, Peter has sought out opportunities to learn and participate in a range of initiatives, including working directly with our staff and engaging the community we serve. I’m excited he has agreed to help lead our board, and look forward to working together.”

Hopper joined the Shelters’ board in 2022 and has served on its development committee, strategic planning committee, and chairs its program committee. He retired in 2022 as the director of marketing and communications at Saratoga Hospital. Prior to Saratoga Hospital, he was vice president of integrated client services at Palio Communications.

“I learned early on after joining the board that it is truly a humbling experience to work with Duane and his team and be a part of the great work they do,” said Hopper. “Many of us may be surprised by the reality of friends or family or neighbors confronting homelessness. I know that’s true for me. It’s pretty easy to want to be a part of working to help others find some stability in their lives.”

Shelters of Saratoga is a nonprofit serving individuals experiencing homelessness in Saratoga, Washington, and Warren Counties. We provide shelter, housing, and support services—including emergency shelter, outreach, case management, and housing assistance—to help people achieve lasting stability.