Our People

The Whitefield Foundation and Whitefield Center are led by a highly dedicated and capable team of people committed to transforming the heart of Savannah one life at a time.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - OLGA SEREDYUK

An award-winning international communicator and longtime advocate for young people affected by displacement and instability, Olga Seredyuk leads at the intersection of story, stewardship, and civic life. At Whitefield, she leads with a simple conviction: strong communities are built when people know they are seen, supported, and meant to stay. From after-school programs to intergenerational partnerships, Olga works to ensure Savannah’s next generation has both roots and wings. Through her leadership in Savannah and her advisement across nonprofit, faith, and philanthropic networks, Olga brings a long-term, people-first lens to how cities and families shape their future.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EMERITUS (2014-2025) - STEVE DANTIN

As Executive Director Emeritus, Steve Dantin is our community ambassador.  He is happy to talk with you about the ideas that you might have for partnering with the Whitefield Center in its mission to transform the heart of our city one life at a time.

Our Board 

The Whitefield Foundation and Center is led by a committed group of board members with impactful and diverse legacies of service and leadership in Savannah.

REMEMBERing FLOYD ADAMS

Former Savannah Mayor the Honorable Floyd Adams, Jr. was a founding member of the Whitefield Foundation and Center.  He remains a Board Member in Posthumous Perpetuity as we remember him in profound gratitude for his many years of service to the our community. 

OUR NAMESAKE

We are led by the inspiration of our namesake the Rev. George Whitefield.