MEET THE BOARD

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Mrs. Doll Smith is a lifelong community leader whose dedication to service began in her hometown of Caruthersville, Missouri. For more than a decade she has worked tirelessly across the Chicagoland area, supporting and fundraising  for women’s and children’s housing initiatives. Doll’s work has earned numerous honors, including recognition in Fortune Magazine, awards from the American Legion, and the Chicago Defender Women of Excellence Award. Today, as a Veterans Service Officer (VSO)  she continues her mission to uplift, empower, and inspire hope within the veteran community.

In 2011, Doll founded DOLL INC, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization serving homeless veterans and their families. Doll’s vision was to create an organization that would provide veterans not only with housing but with the supportive services and job training they would need to live fulfilling and productive lives. 

John Worthy served  six years in the United States Army as part of a mobile nuclear missile launch crew in Germany during the height of the Cold War. As a veteran, John has held leadership positions in several veteran nonprofits, including serving as Illinois State Commander for the National Association of Black Veterans and as a Platoon Leader for The Mission Continues. Before becoming the CEO of DOLL INC., John was the CEO of the RTW Veteran Center, a nonprofit that provided free hot meals to veterans and community members in one of Chicago's most economically disadvantaged areas. He is also the owner of Spartan General Contracting LLC, a certified service-disabled veteran-owned business and a licensed general contractor in the city of Chicago.

Danyelle Foster served 23 years in the Illinois Army National Guard, retiring in 2011 with the rank of First Sergeant. Her final assignment was with the 933rd Military Police Company at Fort Sheridan, Illinois, where she led more than 180 soldiers. Known for her integrity, discipline, and commitment to her troops, she built a legacy of strong and principled leadership.

Continuing her service beyond the military, Danyelle has been a dedicated board member of DOLL INC., a nonprofit organization that provides housing, essential services, and life-skills training to veterans and their families.

In addition to her military service, Danyelle completed a distinguished 24-year career with the Illinois State Police retiring in 2025 as a lieutenant. During her career she held a variety of leadership roles across several divisions. She also served as a two-term President of the Illinois Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers and is an active member of the National Black State Troopers Coalition.

Danyelle Foster exemplifies leadership, service, and integrity in every aspect of her life.