Board of Directors
Amanda Velten - President
Amanda Velten - President
Amanda Velten - President
Amanda has been an active volunteer for Threads of Hope from the beginning. She brings a lot of passion, patience, and grace to makes a huge impact as a board member. When not volunteering you will find Amanda being a mom of a teenage girl, working at Blue Cross Blue Shields, or relaxing with her two fur babies.
Jose - Vice President
Amanda Velten - President
Amanda Velten - President
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Stacey - Treasury
Amanda Velten - President
Lottie - Secretary
Stacey, a proud Cheyenne leader, nurturing youth and building unity. Stacey is a BUSY sports momma! Stacey and her family play an active role in fostering children in Laramie County.
Lottie - Secretary
Lottie - Secretary
Lottie - Secretary
Lottie plays an active role in several baskets in Cheyenne, and we are so excited she is joining Threads of Hope!
"Hello, I have six children, and we have been in Cheyenne for the past eleven years. I spend most of my time volunteering at my kids' schools, church, and homeschooling! My Mother was a foster child, and I’ve always been pass
Lottie plays an active role in several baskets in Cheyenne, and we are so excited she is joining Threads of Hope!
"Hello, I have six children, and we have been in Cheyenne for the past eleven years. I spend most of my time volunteering at my kids' schools, church, and homeschooling! My Mother was a foster child, and I’ve always been passionate about the foster community. I’m thrilled to be a part of the Threads of Hope team." - Lottie .
Angie
Lottie - Secretary
Desiree Crosier
Angie is a foster mom within Laramie County and was adopted herself at 21 months old. Angie is also currently Mrs. Cheyenne 2026!
Angie is excited to be a new board member with Threads of Hope! Helping children is a blessing. My husband of 31 years, Butch, and I have 4 biological children, one in heaven and 4 beautiful granddaughters. We
Angie is a foster mom within Laramie County and was adopted herself at 21 months old. Angie is also currently Mrs. Cheyenne 2026!
Angie is excited to be a new board member with Threads of Hope! Helping children is a blessing. My husband of 31 years, Butch, and I have 4 biological children, one in heaven and 4 beautiful granddaughters. We are raising one (or fostering) one little girl, who has been a great addition to our family. .
Desiree Crosier
Lottie - Secretary
Desiree Crosier
Desiree Crosier is originally from Cheyenne, Wyoming, where she spent part of her childhood in the Laramie County foster care system. That experience inspired a lifelong passion for supporting children and families and giving back to the community that helped shape her.
Today, Desiree is a busy mom of four in a blended family and is dedi
Desiree Crosier is originally from Cheyenne, Wyoming, where she spent part of her childhood in the Laramie County foster care system. That experience inspired a lifelong passion for supporting children and families and giving back to the community that helped shape her.
Today, Desiree is a busy mom of four in a blended family and is dedicated to creating opportunities for children to thrive. She brings professional experience in Human Resources and Recreation Management, along with a strong background in leadership, community engagement, and volunteer service.
Desiree is currently completing her second Bachelor of Arts in Ayurveda and Wellness and will also earn her certification as an Integrated Health Practitioner by the end of 2026. She plans to launch her own wellness practice in 2027, combining evidence informed wellness approaches with a passion for helping others live healthier, more balanced lives.
As a member of the Threads of Hope Board of Directors, Desiree is honored to give back to the foster care community that played such an important role in her own journey. She is committed to advocating for foster youth, strengthening families, and helping create lasting hope for children across Wyoming.