Veronica Hernandez
Veronica Hernandez is originally from Connecticut. Veronica has worked in legal aid, sports, finance, education, and youth development. Veronica came to Modesto through her career in Minor League Baseball, which has also taken her to multiple areas across the United States. Currently, Veronica is the Project Manager for California Rural Legal Assistance, a non-profit law firm.
In each organization that Veronica has been a part of she finds a way for the organization to support the community. She integrates herself with locals to understand what the needs are and tries to find ways how her organization can help make an impact.
When Veronica is not working, she loves being active, specifically in the mountains. From hiking to skiing, Veronica makes sure to inhale that fresh mountain air regularly.
Why did you choose to be a LSC Advisory Board member?
Love Stanislaus County has made such a strong impact in the Central Valley. I want to be a part of the growth of this organization to make a difference in the community.
What do you love most about LSC?
The way LSC brings the community together, from different walks of life. This organization started off with an idea that has grown immensely to what it is today. It shows that it takes one thought to make a difference; if you want any idea/ project to grow you can't stop believing in it and doing everything you can to move it forward.
What do you love most about living in Stanislaus County?
Stanislaus County continues to surprise me. There are so many things to do in the county. It might not be readily at your fingertips like in larger cities, but it is there. You just need to be open to new conversations with new people, to learn about the events and businesses in our community.
In what ways do you participate in the community?
Veronica has served on a few boards during her time in Modesto. Currently, she is on the Habitat for Humanity Board, and she is a part of the leadership team of JVB Collaborative.