West Virginia Foundation Re-elected Steven Corder
The West Virginia First Foundation has retained District 1 representative Steven Corder for his leadership role.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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The West Virginia First Foundation recently re-elected psychiatrist Steven Corder to continue representing District 1. Corder will persist in his oversight of the distribution of opioid settlement funds across the state.
Why it matters
The foundation plays a crucial role in directing settlement resources to address addiction challenges in West Virginia communities. Corder sought re-election to ensure continuity in these ongoing financial allocations.
Steven Corder brings 36 years of psychiatric practice to his leadership role, having served with the foundation for the past three years. His re-election confirms his continued tenure in managing state opioid settlement distributions.
The players
Steven Corder
He is a psychiatrist with 36 years of clinical experience who represents District 1 on the West Virginia First Foundation board.
West Virginia First Foundation
This entity is responsible for the distribution of opioid settlement funds to support addiction recovery efforts across West Virginia.
The details
Board members of the West Virginia First Foundation hold regular elections to fill district representative seats. The organization remains focused on prioritizing the effective distribution of opioid settlement funds to local communities in need of support.
Timeline
Three years ago, Steven Corder began his service with the foundation.
The foundation re-elected Steven Corder on October 13, 2026.
Health Landscape
The West Virginia First Foundation's activities follow the governance frameworks established by the National Opioid Settlement. This structure marks a transition toward localized control over funds intended for long-term addiction recovery and community health infrastructure.
The continuity of leadership on the foundation board impacts how resources are allocated for local treatment programs and addiction recovery services. Residents in District 1 may see ongoing stability in the funding of regional healthcare initiatives.
The takeaway
Effective management of opioid settlement funds requires consistent leadership from professionals with deep clinical backgrounds. Continuity in these board roles helps ensure that resources remain aligned with long-term recovery needs.
Further reading
Learn more about the state's efforts to combat addiction by visiting West Virginia Substance Abuse.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WTOV.
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