There are some people who just exude energy, a real-life energizer bunny. They channel that energy and share it with those closest to them, their profession and their community. 

Nick Sandoval was not born and raised here. He actually grew up in California. In 2021 he, his wife Jen and their two children, Alana and John moved to Oxford from Brookhaven in Delaware County. Nick’s career as a mortgage specialist with several national banks led him to leave the “big lender” model and share his talents with a smaller more community focused model. An ideal fit, as Nick is a natural networker. “The Oxford community is amazing. They have welcomed and supported me in building meaningful relationships. The people of Oxford respect hard work, honesty and service” Nick has said. It is not just that Nick has helped locals achieve homeownership with integrity and compassion, but he lights up when he talks about helping others.  

Nick serves on the board of the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce and is an integral part of planning and executing the Everyday Hero 5K Run. He is chair of the Hunger Help Walk committee of the Oxford Area Civic Association. He volunteers at the Neighborhood Services Center Food Pantry, plays basketball at the Lighthouse Youth Center, coaches Oxford Youth Basketball and this year coached the Penns Grove girls basketball team. An avid runner himself, he raises money for various non profit organizations through his 4x4x4 running initiative where he runs 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours! He lends a hand at set up and break down for events in town.

For Nick, running and working out are as much for your head as your body. He is a champion for mental health, healthy living and giving back to your community.  On the morning of the Oxford Fire in 2023, Nick arrived at the Chamber office and immediately started unloading pallets of water for the first responders. “Nick is one of those people that you are just blessed they are in your life.  He is a cheerleader and champion for causes near and dear to him” says Christine Grove of the Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce “He lends his time and talents to so many in our community. If you need a pick me up – literally or figuratively , Nick is your guy.”

Leading a life of service does not go unnoticed. The example he sets for his children, the young people he coaches, the colleagues he mentors, the organizations he impacts and the community he gives back to is the lasting legacy of Nick Sandoval.