The Board
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Glennis Davis, MSN, RN, CPHN, CTIA
Co-Founder and Executive Director Glennis is a native Charlottean who strives to find ways to serve and make meaningful contributions to the deserving people and beautiful city she calls home. Glennis knew from an early age that she was called to serve others. With over 17 rewarding years as a registered nurse, she has spent over half her nursing career in the public sector serving those in need. She has a passion for all people, namely children, the women who bear them, the men who father them, the families that help raise them, and the individuals that make up the community in which they live. |
In 2018, she decided to take a huge step towards fulfilling her purpose, and she co-founded A Giving Heart Project, Inc. Glennis proudly and diligently serves as Director/Board President of AGHP. Glennis is honored to be a wife to an amazing and supportive husband, mother to two incredibly awesome boys, daughter to the strongest women in the world, and the most dedicated & motivational father one could have. She is also a sister to the best sister and brother-in-law in the world and a friend to some of the most inspiring and encouraging individuals you will ever meet.
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Kevin Davis
Board Chair & Co-Founder & Volunteer Committee Chair Kevin has a passion for encouraging people, helping those in need, and serving his community. He is a graduate of Strayer University, with a B.S. in Information Systems and a minor in Network Security. Kevin currently works as a senior auditor for a major bank located in Charlotte, NC. He is also a husband & father and puts God and family first. Kevin has a passion for architecture and is part owner of a newly developed rental and leasing firm, Davis Legacy, LLC, located in the Charlotte area. |
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Glennia S. Elijah
Founding Board Member/Secretary Glennia is a family-oriented person with a passion for helping others in need. She is a graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, with a B.A. in Mass Communication. The mother of one, she was born and raised in the Queen City. She currently works as a quality control manager for the Charlotte Area Transit System. In her youth, she had an intense interest in the care of animals, which led her to a minor endeavor in pet boarding. She has always cared about the well-being of those in need. In her current career with CATS, she assists in resolving transit-related issues for her customers and provides customer service training for CATS operators. |
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Chamekia Spencer
Fundraising Committee Chair & Board Treasurer Chamekia holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Chamekia has a diverse professional background, including seven years in logistics and ocean freight shipping. Since joining the banking industry, she has held various roles in technology, change management and business resiliency. |
Chamekia has a strong desire to minister to the community through service. Recognizing that her first ministry is at home; she is a devoted wife and a mother of four amazing children. She has served alongside numerous organizations with the intent to make life better for others. She has a heart to serve and a passion to help.
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Josh Hamrick
Board Member & Outreach Committee Chair Josh Hamrick is a seasoned professional with more than twenty years of experience in the material handling industry, currently serving as Director of Customer Engagement at Advanced Equipment Company in Charlotte. His expertise spans sales, operations, customer service, and digital marketing, and he is known for building strong relationships that help organizations grow and thrive. In addition to his professional background, Josh has over twenty years of church ministry experience, which, together with his Master of Divinity, has shaped his values-driven approach to leadership and service. Serving on the board of A Giving Heart Project allows him to combine his faith-formed compassion with practical skills in communication and strategy to make a difference in Charlotte’s communities. Originally from Shelby and now a proud Charlotte resident, Josh brings both local roots and a forward-thinking perspective to A Giving Heart Project. He is honored to support the organization’s mission and believes strongly in the power of compassionate, hands-on service. |
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Cicely Corey
Board Member Cicely Corry is a communications and marketing leader with 20 years of experience helping mission-driven organizations tell their stories well. She has spent more than 15 years in the nonprofit sector, shaping content strategy, donor communications, and fundraising campaigns for some of the most recognized Christian organizations in the world — including the Christian Broadcasting Network, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, and Compassion International, where she currently leads church engagement marketing strategy. She has also contributed her expertise to Barna Group, a leading research firm serving nonprofits across the country. Closer to home, Cicely is the founder of Grace Chasers, a nonprofit that provides creative arts workshops and curriculum for teens in underserved communities. She is a proud Atlanta native now living in the Charlotte area with her husband, Darius, and their two sons, Haven and August. |
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Laura Washington
Board Member Laura Washington is a dedicated advocate for the betterment of children and society as a whole. Coming from a family of educators and public servants, her desire to serve and give back to her community is a seed that was planted and nurtured from an early age. In her teens she volunteered with several youth hotlines focused on drug and suicide prevention furthering her sense of empathy and grassroots advocacy. After taking a position with the Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation, she was presented with an opportunity to co-lead the organizations employee resource group for African American/Black employees and it’s allies. It was while researching organizations for the group to work with, she came across AGHP and fell in love with the organizations mission. On her down time she loves nurturing her plants, loving her dogs and spending time with her village of family and friends. |
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Misty Wilson
Board Member Misty is a visionary creator and builder whose expertise in both qualitative and quantitative analysis drives fully integrated, data-driven marketing campaigns — translating real-time metrics into actionable insights that accelerate ROI. With 18 years of experience leading international campaigns across nine verticals for B2B and B2C organizations, Misty built her career at the intersection of marketing excellence and community impact. She made history as the first Black President of the American Marketing Association (AMA) Raleigh/Durham chapter, a milestone that elevated her leadership to the national stage and deepened her commitment to mission-driven work. In 2021, she was recognized on the prestigious "Top 50 Black Marketers on the Rise" list for her influence and innovation. Misty has since channeled that passion into service, lending her expertise to the AMA's national Professional Chapters Council Board, Communities in Schools of Wake County, and the Rho Kappa chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. In 2023, she founded Dexter Lilly, a mission-driven marketing agency that reflects the values she has championed throughout her career. Now, Misty is thrilled to bring her full breadth of PR, marketing, nonprofit leadership, and community-building expertise to the board of A Giving Heart Project. Deeply committed to the Charlotte, NC community, she looks forward to leveraging her skills to amplify the organization's mission and create meaningful impact for those at risk of homelessness. |
The Glue
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Courtney Anika Harris
Executive Operations Coordinator Courtney Anika (she/they) is an experienced justice-centered nonprofit leader with 10+ years diligently working to create equitable solutions for those most impacted by oppressive systems and/or living on the margins of society. Part of her trajectory and the tools she utilizes in their work come from receiving an Associate of Arts degree in Communication Studies, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Youth Ministry, and a Master of Arts degree in Organizational Leadership. Courtney is the Founder & Principal Consultant of Anika Pathways, where her strengths are used to uplift experiences, shines truth into the injustices faced within oppressive systems, and provides tools to dismantle those systems and build toward a communal, restorative, and liberating world. |
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Tonya Baptist
Client Navigator Tonya is on the front lines of support, working closely with families and individuals to connect them with critical resources and pathways to stable housing. Her compassion and advocacy ensure that everyone she serves feels seen, supported, and valued. Tonya’s work is a powerful reminder of the impact of truly meeting people where they are. |
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Cleatress Cheek
Client Navigator Cleatress Cheek is a dedicated community advocate with a strong background in human services, client support, transitional housing, and nonprofit work. She has experience supporting individuals and families through crisis intervention, housing needs, caregiver coordination, and community-based services. Cleatress is passionate about advocacy, grassroots organizing, and creating pathways of support for vulnerable populations, including women, families, veterans, and individuals transitioning toward stability and independence. Her work reflects a deep commitment to service, compassion, empowerment, and helping others access the resources they need to move forward. |
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Michelle Dewitt
Program Support With a true passion for working with youth, she creates experiences that are not only engaging but empowering—helping young people make healthy, informed decisions every day. Her dedication to both our students and the success of our programs makes her an essential part of the AGHP team. We’re so grateful for all that she does!" |
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Felicia Richardson
Outreach Committee Felicia brings community connection to life through her work in outreach and event planning. From organizing giveback events to building meaningful relationships, she helps expand AGHP’s reach and impact in powerful ways. Her creativity and commitment make every event intentional, impactful, and centered around uplifting those we serve. We’re so grateful to have her on our team! |
The Interns
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My name is Bailee Cooper, I am a senior at East Carolina University, majoring in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health. I am passionate about health equity and advocating for equal access to essential resources and healthcare for all communities. Originally from the Charlotte area, I am excited to be part of AGHP and look forward to growing both personally and professionally while supporting meaningful work within the community.
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My name is Abby Magee, and I am a senior at East Carolina University, majoring in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health. I am excited to be an intern at AGHP for the summer! I look forward to helping the community through give-backs, youth involvement, and much more. I am born and raised around the Charlotte area, which makes this opportunity more personable for me. I am interested in starting a nonprofit in my future, which makes me more excited to be a part of the AGHP team!
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My name is Telaisha Spencer, I am a recent graduate from East Carolina University majoring in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health and a minor in Medical Sociology. I was originally born in Charleston, S.C. and raised here in Charlotte. I am passionate about helping and working with people and making a positive impact on my community. I am so excited to be a part of the AGHP family and help this meaningful organization grow by sharing my ideas and learning more about the people in my community.
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