John Patrick Johnson is a Fredericksburg native. He has a BS degree in Political Science with a minor in Anthropology from James Madison University. For the last twelve years, John (J.P.) has worked for The Free Lance-Star newspaper as an advertising consultant. As a result, he has made numerous professional and personal contacts. John believes that if you are not helping kids succeed, you may be hindering them. He is currently a Big Brother in our Bigs Plus program and serves as President of the Board of Directors. John, his wife, Drea and two sons live in Spotsylvania.