Our Team
ANTHONY (President/CEO)
“Because I’ve felt the sting of death after losing my 26yr old nephew who was gun down due to street violence. I’ve held the hands of mothers and fathers who’ve lost their babies to the street life due to a lack of community resources that WILL help curve the narrative and challenge our people to make better choices and decisions and identify value and purpose in living a God fearing life. We believe that transformation of a persons mind can progress beyond the current reality of today. Because for decades we’ve watched systems develop that resulted in failing the oppressed race. Because for generations we’ve witnessed the results of young people failing to plan ahead which resulted in them being left behind, locked up, or dead. There is no secret that in this world of the technology age, we have been forced to adapt to a culture that breaks families, and shatter futures. We will push individuals to dream again, and make dreams become reality!”
MICHELLE (Steering Committee)
“I have a strong passion and desire to be a problem solver. I've experienced how it feels to encounter sad situations that derails and demolishes the future of our young people. It really causes a deep pain to hear of problems that are beyond my control or reach to resolve. Therefore, I'm devoted to promote the forward thinking of our young people that will help reduce the challenges with Urban youth and Development.”
JOANNE (Steering Committee)
“After taking one too many wrongs turns in life, I found out who God really is. I began to take Him seriously and I applied His principles to my life. I began a new journey that led me to have a sincere desire to help others through their struggles. My desire is to help others through their struggles. My desire is to promote a healthy, hopeful state of mind that guides people out of their darkest hours. I want people to know that it is possible to renew and rebuild when you think all is lost!”
KAREN (Steering Committee)
“I was raised in this community when there was an overflow of resources, unity and guidance. Unfortunately, the majority of what kept our community moving forward, was taken away. I have experienced life lessons, that will help individuals become productive within their families, community and society. And, so therefore, I'm committed to provide support through effective life skills and neighborhood resource development through Spring Forward Detroit.”