MEET THE Team
Interim Executive Director
I am a mother of two beautiful daughters and a handsome step son. I spent much of my youth making all the wrong choices and took many rough paths to get where I am today. During my journeys I found myself homeless with my girls. I took them down a long, hard road, but I do not regret any of my past. It made me who I am today, willing to fight to help others break the chains and cycles of poverty.
I started college as an eighth-grade dropout and earned my first degree while fighting homelessness. I graduated from Skagit Valley College with an Associate of Technical Arts degree in Human Services (with an emphasis on Chemical Dependency). While there, I was vice president of Leadership for the Honor Society, a liaison for the Human Service Club. I was peer mentor at Friendship House and was recognized by Governor Jay Inslee at the All-Washington Academic Team. This came with a scholarship that allowed me to pursue my BA degree in Human Services with a focus on Law and Social Justice at WWU. During that time, I maintained employment as a Disability Specialist for SVC and WWU. I hope to begin the pursuit of my Masters in Non-profit Administration and Leadership on a part-time basis sometime next year.
I started at Family Promise a little over three years ago as a Program Coordinator for Christ the King Skagit, and later was asked to come on as an intern to create the legal documents for our first Transitional House (Promise House). I am so grateful for and feel called to the mission of Family Promise. I know that the path out of homelessness is not an easy one, but I feel that my fight has led me to this place, serving children like my own, who never asked to be homeless.
I am a mother of two beautiful daughters and a handsome step son. I spent much of my youth making all the wrong choices and took many rough paths to get where I am today. During my journeys I found myself homeless with my girls. I took them down a long, hard road, but I do not regret any of my past. It made me who I am today, willing to fight to help others break the chains and cycles of poverty.
I started college as an eighth-grade dropout and earned my first degree while fighting homelessness. I graduated from Skagit Valley College with an Associate of Technical Arts degree in Human Services (with an emphasis on Chemical Dependency). While there, I was vice president of Leadership for the Honor Society, a liaison for the Human Service Club. I was peer mentor at Friendship House and was recognized by Governor Jay Inslee at the All-Washington Academic Team. This came with a scholarship that allowed me to pursue my BA degree in Human Services with a focus on Law and Social Justice at WWU. During that time, I maintained employment as a Disability Specialist for SVC and WWU. I hope to begin the pursuit of my Masters in Non-profit Administration and Leadership on a part-time basis sometime next year.
I started at Family Promise a little over three years ago as a Program Coordinator for Christ the King Skagit, and later was asked to come on as an intern to create the legal documents for our first Transitional House (Promise House). I am so grateful for and feel called to the mission of Family Promise. I know that the path out of homelessness is not an easy one, but I feel that my fight has led me to this place, serving children like my own, who never asked to be homeless.
Peer Mentor and Case Aide -IHN and Graduate Services
I am a mother of three amazing children and am a past client of Family Promise. After my sister who I was caring for passed away from cancer, I found myself unable to keep up with rent. That's when I found Family Promise. While in the program, I never would have imagined coming back to volunteer, and it leading to a job opportunity to be a Peer Mentor to others.
I grew up with a mom who was always helping people in need. After having my own children, I found myself always helping those who needed a place to stay. Some of my employment history includes: daycare teacher, live-in nanny, Assistant Manager, and I also graduated from Beauty School, where I received a full-ride scholarship for Cosmetologist Instructor.
Throughout my life, I have had a lot of experience over-seeing others. I feel the job at Family Promise reflects that purpose, and I am blessed to be working with such an outstanding and positive program, which helps heal families in our community.
I am a mother of three amazing children and am a past client of Family Promise. After my sister who I was caring for passed away from cancer, I found myself unable to keep up with rent. That's when I found Family Promise. While in the program, I never would have imagined coming back to volunteer, and it leading to a job opportunity to be a Peer Mentor to others.
I grew up with a mom who was always helping people in need. After having my own children, I found myself always helping those who needed a place to stay. Some of my employment history includes: daycare teacher, live-in nanny, Assistant Manager, and I also graduated from Beauty School, where I received a full-ride scholarship for Cosmetologist Instructor.
Throughout my life, I have had a lot of experience over-seeing others. I feel the job at Family Promise reflects that purpose, and I am blessed to be working with such an outstanding and positive program, which helps heal families in our community.
Peer Mentor and Case Aide- Transitional Housing
I grew up experiencing many moves across the US, living in a dysfunctional environment, and finally settling in Washington State. I grew up here, meeting different people, whom I am blessed to have had in my life, because they have helped me learn to believe in myself. A key part of this has been to build my self-confidence and assist me in my choice to live my own life and raise my children differently.
I love my job and believe in the contributions I can share from my own journey through life. I can help by sharing my reflections about personal choices and actions, and by showing the way I chose to change my thought processes. Also, I can share how I plan to further my education at a community college. I can relate to our clients and help guide them through their growth process with raw, honest, personal experiences, and an understanding that no person is perfect--we all make mistakes. It is the way we move forward from our mistakes that truly defines us.
I grew up experiencing many moves across the US, living in a dysfunctional environment, and finally settling in Washington State. I grew up here, meeting different people, whom I am blessed to have had in my life, because they have helped me learn to believe in myself. A key part of this has been to build my self-confidence and assist me in my choice to live my own life and raise my children differently.
I love my job and believe in the contributions I can share from my own journey through life. I can help by sharing my reflections about personal choices and actions, and by showing the way I chose to change my thought processes. Also, I can share how I plan to further my education at a community college. I can relate to our clients and help guide them through their growth process with raw, honest, personal experiences, and an understanding that no person is perfect--we all make mistakes. It is the way we move forward from our mistakes that truly defines us.
Facility and Maintenance Coordinator- Onsite staff for Grace House
I have been with Family Promise of Skagit Valley since 1/1/2016. I started as a van driver transporting guests 4 days per week and was eventually brought in to staff the office. I have assisted with transporting items for Family Promise, moving guests into offsite housing, and have overseen maintenance for Family Promise vehicles and the maintenance of Promise House. I have worked with the Family Promise Fundraising Committee for the last two and a half years.
On the 5th of July 2018, my wife and I moved into the apartment above the new Grace Promise House as onsite managers, responsible for property maintenance, repairs, and security of the facility. My wife Trudy and I will also act as mentors to guests of the new shelter. We will be on duty a minimum of five days per week.
My background includes over 25 years of building management, and 20 years of business management. I enjoy interacting with the guests of Family Promise of Skagit Valley, giving me the opportunity to exercise my "Grandfather" skills.
I have been with Family Promise of Skagit Valley since 1/1/2016. I started as a van driver transporting guests 4 days per week and was eventually brought in to staff the office. I have assisted with transporting items for Family Promise, moving guests into offsite housing, and have overseen maintenance for Family Promise vehicles and the maintenance of Promise House. I have worked with the Family Promise Fundraising Committee for the last two and a half years.
On the 5th of July 2018, my wife and I moved into the apartment above the new Grace Promise House as onsite managers, responsible for property maintenance, repairs, and security of the facility. My wife Trudy and I will also act as mentors to guests of the new shelter. We will be on duty a minimum of five days per week.
My background includes over 25 years of building management, and 20 years of business management. I enjoy interacting with the guests of Family Promise of Skagit Valley, giving me the opportunity to exercise my "Grandfather" skills.
