
Prince Kelly Jordan Appointed as San Francisco’s Youngest African American Veterans Affairs Commissioner
Prince Kelly Jordan, a 23-year-old U.S. Navy veteran, becomes San Francisco’s youngest African American Veterans
Veteran advocate, community leader, and historic appointee dedicated to empowering voices, honoring service, and building bridges for a stronger future.
Imagine a San Francisco native who shattered glass ceilings and redefined leadership—meet Prince Kelly Jordan, the trailblazing Navy veteran visionary igniting change across the Bay Area. In a groundbreaking feat, he made history in the City and County of San Francisco as the youngest African American male veteran ever appointed to the Veterans Affairs Commission in its 43-year existence, appointed by the Board of Supervisors in February 2024. This milestone appointment brings bold, innovative energy to vital issues like veteran housing, health care, and job opportunities.
Appointed in 2023 to the U.S. Selective Service System Local Board for California by Governor Gavin Newsom and the 46th President Of the United States Joseph R Biden, Prince amplifies his influence on national defense. Installed as Vice President of the San Francisco Unified Lions Club at the club’s 10th anniversary installation in August 2025 he drives community service initiatives, building on his transformative work with One Vet, One Voice, Wreaths Across America at San Francisco National Cemetery and the American Legion Salesian Post 599. Honored with over 28 certificates from icons like Nancy Pelosi, Dianne Feinstein, and Attorney General Rob Bonta, Prince’s passion for equity and empowerment is reshaping communities. Dive into his story and join the movement.
Youngest African American Male Veteran on SF Veterans Affairs Commission
U.S. Selective Service System Local Board
Certificates honoring community service and leadership

Prince Kelly Jordan, a 23-year-old U.S. Navy veteran, becomes San Francisco’s youngest African American Veterans

When I was appointed to the U.S. Selective Service System Local Board in 2023, I

Over the years, I’ve been humbled to receive more than 28 certificates of recognition from

Serving as the youngest African American male veteran appointed to the San Francisco Veterans Affairs
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