Shannon Taylor brings a deep personal connection and professional expertise to her role as Volunteer Coordinator for the Salute the Troops Foundation. She comes from a proud lineage of military service and is the devoted wife of an Air Force veteran and proud stepmother to two U.S. Marines. Her lifelong commitment to supporting those who serve is more than a passion—it’s part of her DNA.
With over six years in the nonprofit world, Shannon has played a key role in shaping and strengthening volunteer programs, helping organizations grow through strategic coordination and meaningful community engagement. She’s known for turning heartfelt passion into action, creating systems that not only recruit volunteers—but keep them inspired, connected, and coming back.
Before her transition into veteran nonprofit work, Shannon was a music teacher—where she developed the leadership, organization, and communication skills she now uses to uplift veterans and their families.
In her free time, she finds joy and grounding in time spent with horses—an experience that mirrors the calm strength she brings to her mission.
“I believe we owe our best to those who gave us theirs. My ‘why’ is simple: I serve because they served first.”
