Mr. Sammy Brooks serves as Co-Founder and Program Operations Director for More-Life. Mr. Brooks is responsible for the design, implementation, and oversight of the More-Life Senior and Youth Engagement Program. Mr. Brooks ensures that program services are delivered effectively, meet quality standards, and align with the needs of partnering schools and the broader community.

Mr. Brooks has a background in behavioral health and education, strong leadership and program development skills, experience working with youth or individuals with disabilities, and excellent communication and partnership-building skills.

Mrs. Samantha Elkins serves as Co-Founder and Senior Engagement Director for More-Life. Mrs. Elkins leads the development and oversight of all senior-focused programming, ensuring that volunteers are supported, engaged, and connected to meaningful opportunities within the Rocket Readers Program.

Mrs. Elkins has experience working with the senior population in healthcare, community, or residential settings, strong communication and relationship-building skills, an ability to facilitate group discussions and provide coaching support, knowledge of community resources and service systems, and a commitment to improving the well-being and engagement of retired seniors.