West Virginia Opioid Foundation Re-elected District Representative
Psychiatrist Steven Corder will continue to oversee the allocation of state opioid settlement funding.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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The West Virginia First Foundation has re-elected psychiatrist Steven Corder to represent District 1. Corder will maintain his role in the distribution of opioid settlement funds for the state.
Why it matters
The foundation plays a central role in how West Virginia directs opioid settlement resources to address the ongoing impact of the epidemic on local communities. Corder sought re-election to continue the work he began with the foundation three years ago.
Official board election records confirm the reappointment of a psychiatrist with 36 years of clinical experience. The process reflects the internal governance structure used to oversee state settlement distributions, though specific upcoming funding allocations remain pending.
The players
Steven Corder
A psychiatrist who serves as the District 1 representative for the West Virginia First Foundation.
West Virginia First Foundation
The organization responsible for managing and distributing opioid settlement funds to communities in West Virginia.
The details
The West Virginia First Foundation functions as the primary body responsible for distributing opioid settlement funds across the state. Board members, including district representatives, are responsible for identifying community needs and overseeing the financial strategies used to support local recovery efforts. Corder draws on his 36-year background as a psychiatrist to help guide these resource allocation decisions.
Timeline
Three years ago, Corder began his work with the foundation.
On October 13, 2026, the West Virginia First Foundation re-elected Steven Corder.
Health Landscape
The West Virginia First Foundation serves as a critical infrastructure for managing the state's ongoing response to the opioid crisis. The reappointment of experienced clinicians to its board reflects a continued focus on integrating psychiatric expertise into the administration of settlement resources.
Residents in District 1 should remain aware that foundation representatives are responsible for determining which local programs receive settlement funding. If you have questions about how these resources are impacting local recovery services, your primary care physician may be able to direct you to community-based resources.
The takeaway
The foundation continues its established mission to direct settlement funds toward regional recovery needs. Residents can monitor public board meeting announcements to stay informed about how funding decisions affect local health and addiction treatment services.
Further reading
For more information on state resources and recovery support, visit Substance Abuse.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WTOV.
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