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Meet the Team

The dedicated volunteers, board members, and staff who make Riverbend Patriots possible.

Board of Directors

Brad Yount

Brad Yount

Chairman
Wayne Able

Wayne Able

Treasurer
Larry Smith

Larry Smith

Director
Brett Demond

Brett Demond

Director
Erica Lowenstein-Wheeler

Erica Lowenstein-Wheeler

Secretary

Staff

Brad Yount

Brad Yount

Executive Director
Wayne Able

Wayne Able

Director of Finance

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The Riverbend Patriots organization is a 509(a)(2) public charity serving Jersey, Madison, and St. Clair counties. We provide resources, foster camaraderie, fellowship, and healing through activities and programming designed for Veterans, service members, and first responders.

(618) 270-4046 riverbendpatriots@gmail.comRiverbend Patriots
200 N. Center Drive, Suite B6
Alton, IL 62035

Our Focus

  • Support Veterans & First Responders

    Deliver resources, benefits navigation, and direct assistance.

  • Foster Healing & Connection through Activities

    Host events, workshops, and therapeutic programming.

  • Grow the Riverbend Patriot Community

    Encourage membership, volunteerism, and local partnerships.

  • Celebrate Our Monuments and Memorials

    Preserve and honor local sites of remembrance and service.

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