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Daniel Stoltzfus is the Chief Executive Officer at Helping Up Mission. Nearly 20 years of service and leadership in faith-based organizations led him to this role, where he is passionate about the focus on Christ-centered life transformation with a holistic approach to recovery. Daniel comes to HUM from senior leadership roles in both New York City and Tucson, AZ where he gained experience in operational and program leadership. Daniel earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) in nonprofit management & public policy from New York University’s Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and holds a Bachelors in History from Indiana Wesleyan University.
For nearly 25 years, Jennifer has raised funds for causes that improve the quality of life for the people of her beloved Baltimore. Jennifer is passionate about her work to bring resources to the underserved, and especially to expand services for the needs of women and their children. Jennifer has worked with non-profits including museums, associations, hospitals, social services, and youth enrichment organizations. She is an expert in managing a comprehensive fundraising program, but particularly enjoys the visionary work of capital campaigns and building relationships with major donors. In 2022, Jennifer received the Enterprising Woman of Excellence Award from the Baltimore Business Journal, and was named one of The Baltimore Sun’s 25 Women to Watch. She is a native Baltimorean and a graduate of the Notre Dame of Maryland University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters.
Chief Financial Officer, Mike Burns, arrived at Helping Up Mission from the for-profit world. While Mike enjoyed his 25-year career in the investment world, he was sold on investing in men’s lives through the Mission’s programs because it could bring permanent transformation and healing through the power of Jesus Christ. Mike is a firm believer in the notion that every person is created in the image of God, that there are no “throw-away” people, and that lost and broken people can experience new life through the programs here.
Brent Jones is the Senior Director of Men's Programs and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Brent has worked in upper management at several treatment recovery facilities through the years and has also provided group, couples, and individual mental health therapy to clients in Maryland and Connecticut. Prior to his time in the therapeutic field, Brent spent 11 years as a journalist at the Baltimore Sun, covering local basketball and soccer, the Baltimore Ravens, city courts, education, and crime. Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, Brent is a graduate of the University of Florida journalism school and Loyola University Maryland Masters' psychology program.
Pamela R. Wilkerson, Senior Director of HUM’s new Center for Women & Children, has assumed leadership of all Women’s Programs. She is pioneering new large comprehensive programs for women and children in Baltimore City. This program is different from many other recovery programs in our region because we can receive women “right off the streets” and they can stay as long as needed to ensure they experience life change; there is no barrier to ability to pay or qualification for a minimum period of sobriety. Helping Up Mission provides help to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction by meeting their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Pamela’s role includes not only directing programs but external facing partnerships. Previously she served as the Director of Workforce Operations for the Tri-County Council for Southern MD/Southern MD Job Source from 2010-2020 and served as President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Southern Maryland) from 2004-2009.
Chief Administrative Officer, Sky Woodward, joined Helping Up Mission after a nearly 30-year career in “Big Law” where she represented clients in a variety of industries navigating complex legal issues and defending high-stakes litigation. Sky’s relationship with Helping Up Mission began in the mid-2000s when she started providing pro bono legal services to HUM’s clients. Living out the adage “Learn, Earn, Return,” Sky has returned to her beloved city of Baltimore to return the blessings of her education, experience, and skills to HUM, its clients, and the greater community. Sky does her best each day to live out Jesus’s commandment (John 13:34 NIV): “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Sky knows that persons experiencing homelessness and addiction will have their dignity restored and find their God-given purpose through a community of love and support at Helping Up Mission.
Peter Griffin was born in Belmont, NC, and at an early age, moved to New Brunswick, NJ. He attended New Brunswick High School, lettered in basketball, and served as the team captain. After graduating, he enrolled at Shaw University in Raleigh, NC, where he received his B.A. in business management and accounting. Upon graduating, he moved to Baltimore, MD, and began working in the property casualty insurance industry, serving as a property casualty claims representative, litigation claims handler, claims specialist in Trucker’s liability, and claims supervisor for various property casualty insurers.
Upon coming to Baltimore, he met and married the lovely Janice Griffin, and they have two children. Of utmost importance, after moving to Baltimore, Peter gave his life to Christ and began serving in ministry at Faith United Baptist Church.
Subsequently, after a continuous struggle with addiction, the Lord led him to Helping Up Mission, where he completed the year-long program. Peter first served in the Mission as an intern and subsequently became staff in the position of Program Coordinator. Later, he was Program Manager and Assistant Director of Programs, then God ultimately placed him as the Director of Outreach and Intake. Peter continues to serve God through the church in the leadership position of Chairman of the Deacon Board.
Serving God through Helping Up Mission is a passion that he continuously thanks the Lord for.
Martin Lightner, Director of IT, has been engaged in Information Technology for over 40 years during his career in research and development, manufacturing, service, and training. A 2014 graduate of HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program, he then joined the staff working with IT and program data systems. Martin embraces the daily opportunity to help the men and women of Helping Up Mission experience the same kind of life transformation he found here.
Mike Rallo, Director of Spiritual Life, has been in the ministry for over 25 years and can say he loves the work he does at Helping Up Mission as much as, or more than, anything else he has ever done. To be able to teach, counsel, train, etc., and use the gifts that God has given him through life giving on a daily basis… he learns about life, fallenness and the need for God’s abundant Grace moment by moment, and to realize that love wins.
As Director of Philanthropy, Kris Sharrar joyfully connects HUM to Greater Baltimore and beyond by sharing the compelling stories of redemption, renewal, and restoration. And helping lead the Philanthropy team in serving all who are led to connect to HUM in giving, volunteering, advocacy, and other activities to share and celebrate the Mission story. Kris’ personal connection began when he hit his “rock bottom” in March 2006 and entered HUM as a client in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in April 2007 and joined the staff in the long (and growing) line of graduate staff members. He saw GOD moving, and joined in! You can too!!
James Hill is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. James moved to Baltimore in 1993. In 2004, he entered HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program and re-committed his life to Christ. He graduated from the Spiritual Recovery Program in 2005 and became a Helping Up Mission Employee in 2007. In 2017, James was promoted to his present position as the Assistant Director of Program Administration.
Tom loves his role at HUM where he is able to focus his gifts, talents and experience to serve the men of the Mission; aiding him in his job requirements are many years of experience of commercial construction, renovation and facilities management. Part of Tom’s job involves training of men in various fields of facilities management where they get first hand experience in serving others by helping to maintain the facility. He often includes the men in service projects and ministries outside of the Mission so they can have the experience of blessing others in need. Tom has been married to his wife Heidi for 25 years and has 3 kids, Emily, Daniel and James who also share his enthusiasm to serve others.
Sarah (née “Bruce”) Kerr is HUM's Assistant Director of Grants in the Philanthropy department. Originally, Sarah joined HUM in October 2015 with a variety of responsibilities, including grants, outreach, and events; she took a break to parent in April 2021 but continued consulting until March 2022. She began employment anew at HUM in her current role as of June 2023. Sarah’s non-profit career spans over two decades, including 10+ years in grants management with state, federal, corporate, and family foundations, as well as international funder experience. Her work focuses on health and human services, largely within the faith-based sector and community-based organizations, with program management experience in the international work-based exchange sector, business administration, and volunteer management as well. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a Linguistics concentration from Houghton University. Sarah loves the work of HUM because it is so rewarding to engage the philanthropic community in mutual transformation as we witness and share stories of the transformative power of God every day!
A nurturer by nature, Carol loves her role at HUM, where she can focus on her passion for helping others. While supporting others, she has a heart for forgiveness and is never judgmental. Ensuring their needs are met promptly and efficiently, which includes monitoring for fire life safety, contract services verification, and preventive maintenance. She oversees the maintenance team and works together with staff, program residents, and volunteers to achieve safe and well-maintained facilities with a high level of integrity, while abiding by code compliance.
She has talents from over 30 years of experience in facility management, project management of commercial construction, renovation, and improvements, including Commercial, Residential, Medical, and Industrial sites. She also has experience in insurance for mitigation of water & fire and hazmat.
Carol has been married to her husband, Warren, for 20 years. Her son shares her enthusiasm and leads by example at NASA.
She enjoys spending time with her two grandsons, David and Malachi. They can also serve as her personal IT support team. Kids today are smarter than we think!
Marjorie is the Assistant Director of Spiritual Life at HUM’s Center for Women & Children, WSRP since 2021, as well as a licensed and ordained Associate Pastor, Educator, Transcontinental Speaker, Mentor-Coach, Author, and Human Trafficking Speaker-Trainer. After several years serving as the Correspondence Director in the U.S. Congress, her lifelong dream to serve in full time ministry in a DC Homeless Recovery program was fulfilled. As a strategic change agent, she has cultivated, equipped, and ministered from a cutting-edge, out-of-the-box perspective throughout North America, Europe, and South Africa. She has received several degrees, numerous certifications, recognitions, and awards, and serves on several community and faith-based boards throughout the DMV & Ohio.
Rasheed serves as the Assistant Director of Programs at Helping Up Mission, where he plays a pivotal role in the continual enhancement of the Men’s Programs. With a focus on clarifying and nurturing the organization’s vision, he operationalizes goals and priorities to positively impact the community. Rasheed's journey with Helping Up Mission began in 2012 as a Treatment Coordinator, progressing through roles such as Program Coordinator and Manager before assuming his current position in 2022. He is deeply passionate about empowering men to reach their full potential in society. Beyond his professional endeavors, Rasheed enjoys playing pool and chess, indulging in jazz music, and hitting the basketball court.
Laura Starsoneck is the Assistant Director of the Center for Women & Children at Helping Up Mission (HUM). She has over 10 years of experience in ministry for causes that improve the quality of life for individuals and families of Baltimore. Laura comes to HUM from leadership roles at St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore where she worked to expand their housing programs for homeless individuals and families. Laura is a native Baltimorean, graduated from Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA with Bachelors and University of Alabama with Masters in Human Development and Family Studies. As a former college athlete, Laura in her free time, enjoys running and playing/watching sports in addition to spending time traveling with her daughter.
Brian Vincer serves as the Assistant Director of Workforce Development at Helping Up Mission. His journey with the organization began as a participant in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in 2016. Following his graduation, Brian embarked on a career in food service. In 2019, he officially joined Helping Up Mission's kitchen staff, where he discovered his passion for assisting clients in navigating their career paths and enhancing their skill sets. This realization led Brian to transition into his current role in Workforce Development. He is deeply committed to his life's purpose of serving others through his work at Helping Up Mission.
Robert Gehman is President Emeritus of Helping Up Mission. During his 30 years at Helping Up Mission, the long-term residential programs have grown from 50 beds to 500 beds for men and 200 beds for women*. In addition to the Spiritual Recovery Program beds, there are 50 beds allocated for emergency overnight guests. Every night there are approximately 500 men and women in residence. He has a master’s degree in religious education from Liberty University and has completed his graduate certification in non-profit studies at Johns Hopkins University. He also has his CFRE fundraising designation.
He has developed a team of Senior Directors and managers along with notable strategic partners who collaboratively work together to refine the Spiritual Recovery Programs which are believed by many to be the best in the state of Maryland. Many of the present team members are graduates of the program giving constant credence to its effectiveness.
He believes and lives the idea that the city that is recognized around the country for its inordinate drug problem should also be home to the most cutting-edge Spiritual Recovery Program in the country offering leadership to other similar organizations.
Veronica Johnson has 21 years of experience working with the underserved population in Baltimore City, as a Behavior Health Therapist, case manager and many other roles.
Veronica Johnson received her Bachelor of Art in Religion Studies, from College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She graduated from Loyola University of Maryland with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling. She is a licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor.
Veronica’s favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33, “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”. Her mission is to make life better for someone else.
Daniel Stoltzfus is the Chief Executive Officer at Helping Up Mission. Nearly 20 years of service and leadership in faith-based organizations led him to this role, where he is passionate about the focus on Christ-centered life transformation with a holistic approach to recovery. Daniel comes to HUM from senior leadership roles in both New York City and Tucson, AZ where he gained experience in operational and program leadership. Daniel earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) in nonprofit management & public policy from New York University’s Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and holds a Bachelors in History from Indiana Wesleyan University.
For nearly 25 years, Jennifer has raised funds for causes that improve the quality of life for the people of her beloved Baltimore. Jennifer is passionate about her work to bring resources to the underserved, and especially to expand services for the needs of women and their children. Jennifer has worked with non-profits including museums, associations, hospitals, social services, and youth enrichment organizations. She is an expert in managing a comprehensive fundraising program, but particularly enjoys the visionary work of capital campaigns and building relationships with major donors. In 2022, Jennifer received the Enterprising Woman of Excellence Award from the Baltimore Business Journal, and was named one of The Baltimore Sun’s 25 Women to Watch. She is a native Baltimorean and a graduate of the Notre Dame of Maryland University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters.
Chief Financial Officer, Mike Burns, arrived at Helping Up Mission from the for-profit world. While Mike enjoyed his 25-year career in the investment world, he was sold on investing in men’s lives through the Mission’s programs because it could bring permanent transformation and healing through the power of Jesus Christ. Mike is a firm believer in the notion that every person is created in the image of God, that there are no “throw-away” people, and that lost and broken people can experience new life through the programs here.
Brent Jones is the Senior Director of Men's Programs and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Brent has worked in upper management at several treatment recovery facilities through the years and has also provided group, couples, and individual mental health therapy to clients in Maryland and Connecticut. Prior to his time in the therapeutic field, Brent spent 11 years as a journalist at the Baltimore Sun, covering local basketball and soccer, the Baltimore Ravens, city courts, education, and crime. Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, Brent is a graduate of the University of Florida journalism school and Loyola University Maryland Masters' psychology program.
Pamela R. Wilkerson, Senior Director of HUM’s new Center for Women & Children, has assumed leadership of all Women’s Programs. She is pioneering new large comprehensive programs for women and children in Baltimore City. This program is different from many other recovery programs in our region because we can receive women “right off the streets” and they can stay as long as needed to ensure they experience life change; there is no barrier to ability to pay or qualification for a minimum period of sobriety. Helping Up Mission provides help to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction by meeting their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Pamela’s role includes not only directing programs but external facing partnerships. Previously she served as the Director of Workforce Operations for the Tri-County Council for Southern MD/Southern MD Job Source from 2010-2020 and served as President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Southern Maryland) from 2004-2009.
Chief Administrative Officer, Sky Woodward, joined Helping Up Mission after a nearly 30-year career in “Big Law” where she represented clients in a variety of industries navigating complex legal issues and defending high-stakes litigation. Sky’s relationship with Helping Up Mission began in the mid-2000s when she started providing pro bono legal services to HUM’s clients. Living out the adage “Learn, Earn, Return,” Sky has returned to her beloved city of Baltimore to return the blessings of her education, experience, and skills to HUM, its clients, and the greater community. Sky does her best each day to live out Jesus’s commandment (John 13:34 NIV): “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Sky knows that persons experiencing homelessness and addiction will have their dignity restored and find their God-given purpose through a community of love and support at Helping Up Mission.
Peter Griffin was born in Belmont, NC, and at an early age, moved to New Brunswick, NJ. He attended New Brunswick High School, lettered in basketball, and served as the team captain. After graduating, he enrolled at Shaw University in Raleigh, NC, where he received his B.A. in business management and accounting. Upon graduating, he moved to Baltimore, MD, and began working in the property casualty insurance industry, serving as a property casualty claims representative, litigation claims handler, claims specialist in Trucker’s liability, and claims supervisor for various property casualty insurers.
Upon coming to Baltimore, he met and married the lovely Janice Griffin, and they have two children. Of utmost importance, after moving to Baltimore, Peter gave his life to Christ and began serving in ministry at Faith United Baptist Church.
Subsequently, after a continuous struggle with addiction, the Lord led him to Helping Up Mission, where he completed the year-long program. Peter first served in the Mission as an intern and subsequently became staff in the position of Program Coordinator. Later, he was Program Manager and Assistant Director of Programs, then God ultimately placed him as the Director of Outreach and Intake. Peter continues to serve God through the church in the leadership position of Chairman of the Deacon Board.
Serving God through Helping Up Mission is a passion that he continuously thanks the Lord for.
Martin Lightner, Director of IT, has been engaged in Information Technology for over 40 years during his career in research and development, manufacturing, service, and training. A 2014 graduate of HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program, he then joined the staff working with IT and program data systems. Martin embraces the daily opportunity to help the men and women of Helping Up Mission experience the same kind of life transformation he found here.
Mike Rallo, Director of Spiritual Life, has been in the ministry for over 25 years and can say he loves the work he does at Helping Up Mission as much as, or more than, anything else he has ever done. To be able to teach, counsel, train, etc., and use the gifts that God has given him through life giving on a daily basis… he learns about life, fallenness and the need for God’s abundant Grace moment by moment, and to realize that love wins.
As Director of Philanthropy, Kris Sharrar joyfully connects HUM to Greater Baltimore and beyond by sharing the compelling stories of redemption, renewal, and restoration. And helping lead the Philanthropy team in serving all who are led to connect to HUM in giving, volunteering, advocacy, and other activities to share and celebrate the Mission story. Kris’ personal connection began when he hit his “rock bottom” in March 2006 and entered HUM as a client in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in April 2007 and joined the staff in the long (and growing) line of graduate staff members. He saw GOD moving, and joined in! You can too!!
James Hill is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. James moved to Baltimore in 1993. In 2004, he entered HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program and re-committed his life to Christ. He graduated from the Spiritual Recovery Program in 2005 and became a Helping Up Mission Employee in 2007. In 2017, James was promoted to his present position as the Assistant Director of Program Administration.
Tom loves his role at HUM where he is able to focus his gifts, talents and experience to serve the men of the Mission; aiding him in his job requirements are many years of experience of commercial construction, renovation and facilities management. Part of Tom’s job involves training of men in various fields of facilities management where they get first hand experience in serving others by helping to maintain the facility. He often includes the men in service projects and ministries outside of the Mission so they can have the experience of blessing others in need. Tom has been married to his wife Heidi for 25 years and has 3 kids, Emily, Daniel and James who also share his enthusiasm to serve others.
Sarah (née “Bruce”) Kerr is HUM's Assistant Director of Grants in the Philanthropy department. Originally, Sarah joined HUM in October 2015 with a variety of responsibilities, including grants, outreach, and events; she took a break to parent in April 2021 but continued consulting until March 2022. She began employment anew at HUM in her current role as of June 2023. Sarah’s non-profit career spans over two decades, including 10+ years in grants management with state, federal, corporate, and family foundations, as well as international funder experience. Her work focuses on health and human services, largely within the faith-based sector and community-based organizations, with program management experience in the international work-based exchange sector, business administration, and volunteer management as well. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a Linguistics concentration from Houghton University. Sarah loves the work of HUM because it is so rewarding to engage the philanthropic community in mutual transformation as we witness and share stories of the transformative power of God every day!
A nurturer by nature, Carol loves her role at HUM, where she can focus on her passion for helping others. While supporting others, she has a heart for forgiveness and is never judgmental. Ensuring their needs are met promptly and efficiently, which includes monitoring for fire life safety, contract services verification, and preventive maintenance. She oversees the maintenance team and works together with staff, program residents, and volunteers to achieve safe and well-maintained facilities with a high level of integrity, while abiding by code compliance.
She has talents from over 30 years of experience in facility management, project management of commercial construction, renovation, and improvements, including Commercial, Residential, Medical, and Industrial sites. She also has experience in insurance for mitigation of water & fire and hazmat.
Carol has been married to her husband, Warren, for 20 years. Her son shares her enthusiasm and leads by example at NASA.
She enjoys spending time with her two grandsons, David and Malachi. They can also serve as her personal IT support team. Kids today are smarter than we think!
Marjorie is the Assistant Director of Spiritual Life at HUM’s Center for Women & Children, WSRP since 2021, as well as a licensed and ordained Associate Pastor, Educator, Transcontinental Speaker, Mentor-Coach, Author, and Human Trafficking Speaker-Trainer. After several years serving as the Correspondence Director in the U.S. Congress, her lifelong dream to serve in full time ministry in a DC Homeless Recovery program was fulfilled. As a strategic change agent, she has cultivated, equipped, and ministered from a cutting-edge, out-of-the-box perspective throughout North America, Europe, and South Africa. She has received several degrees, numerous certifications, recognitions, and awards, and serves on several community and faith-based boards throughout the DMV & Ohio.
Rasheed serves as the Assistant Director of Programs at Helping Up Mission, where he plays a pivotal role in the continual enhancement of the Men’s Programs. With a focus on clarifying and nurturing the organization’s vision, he operationalizes goals and priorities to positively impact the community. Rasheed's journey with Helping Up Mission began in 2012 as a Treatment Coordinator, progressing through roles such as Program Coordinator and Manager before assuming his current position in 2022. He is deeply passionate about empowering men to reach their full potential in society. Beyond his professional endeavors, Rasheed enjoys playing pool and chess, indulging in jazz music, and hitting the basketball court.
Laura Starsoneck is the Assistant Director of the Center for Women & Children at Helping Up Mission (HUM). She has over 10 years of experience in ministry for causes that improve the quality of life for individuals and families of Baltimore. Laura comes to HUM from leadership roles at St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore where she worked to expand their housing programs for homeless individuals and families. Laura is a native Baltimorean, graduated from Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA with Bachelors and University of Alabama with Masters in Human Development and Family Studies. As a former college athlete, Laura in her free time, enjoys running and playing/watching sports in addition to spending time traveling with her daughter.
Brian Vincer serves as the Assistant Director of Workforce Development at Helping Up Mission. His journey with the organization began as a participant in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in 2016. Following his graduation, Brian embarked on a career in food service. In 2019, he officially joined Helping Up Mission's kitchen staff, where he discovered his passion for assisting clients in navigating their career paths and enhancing their skill sets. This realization led Brian to transition into his current role in Workforce Development. He is deeply committed to his life's purpose of serving others through his work at Helping Up Mission.
Robert Gehman is President Emeritus of Helping Up Mission. During his 30 years at Helping Up Mission, the long-term residential programs have grown from 50 beds to 500 beds for men and 200 beds for women*. In addition to the Spiritual Recovery Program beds, there are 50 beds allocated for emergency overnight guests. Every night there are approximately 500 men and women in residence. He has a master’s degree in religious education from Liberty University and has completed his graduate certification in non-profit studies at Johns Hopkins University. He also has his CFRE fundraising designation.
He has developed a team of Senior Directors and managers along with notable strategic partners who collaboratively work together to refine the Spiritual Recovery Programs which are believed by many to be the best in the state of Maryland. Many of the present team members are graduates of the program giving constant credence to its effectiveness.
He believes and lives the idea that the city that is recognized around the country for its inordinate drug problem should also be home to the most cutting-edge Spiritual Recovery Program in the country offering leadership to other similar organizations.
Veronica Johnson has 21 years of experience working with the underserved population in Baltimore City, as a Behavior Health Therapist, case manager and many other roles.
Veronica Johnson received her Bachelor of Art in Religion Studies, from College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She graduated from Loyola University of Maryland with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling. She is a licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor.
Veronica’s favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33, “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”. Her mission is to make life better for someone else.
Daniel Stoltzfus is the Chief Executive Officer at Helping Up Mission. Nearly 20 years of service and leadership in faith-based organizations led him to this role, where he is passionate about the focus on Christ-centered life transformation with a holistic approach to recovery. Daniel comes to HUM from senior leadership roles in both New York City and Tucson, AZ where he gained experience in operational and program leadership. Daniel earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) in nonprofit management & public policy from New York University’s Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and holds a Bachelors in History from Indiana Wesleyan University.
For nearly 25 years, Jennifer has raised funds for causes that improve the quality of life for the people of her beloved Baltimore. Jennifer is passionate about her work to bring resources to the underserved, and especially to expand services for the needs of women and their children. Jennifer has worked with non-profits including museums, associations, hospitals, social services, and youth enrichment organizations. She is an expert in managing a comprehensive fundraising program, but particularly enjoys the visionary work of capital campaigns and building relationships with major donors. In 2022, Jennifer received the Enterprising Woman of Excellence Award from the Baltimore Business Journal, and was named one of The Baltimore Sun’s 25 Women to Watch. She is a native Baltimorean and a graduate of the Notre Dame of Maryland University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters.
Chief Financial Officer, Mike Burns, arrived at Helping Up Mission from the for-profit world. While Mike enjoyed his 25-year career in the investment world, he was sold on investing in men’s lives through the Mission’s programs because it could bring permanent transformation and healing through the power of Jesus Christ. Mike is a firm believer in the notion that every person is created in the image of God, that there are no “throw-away” people, and that lost and broken people can experience new life through the programs here.
Brent Jones is the Senior Director of Men's Programs and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Brent has worked in upper management at several treatment recovery facilities through the years and has also provided group, couples, and individual mental health therapy to clients in Maryland and Connecticut. Prior to his time in the therapeutic field, Brent spent 11 years as a journalist at the Baltimore Sun, covering local basketball and soccer, the Baltimore Ravens, city courts, education, and crime. Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, Brent is a graduate of the University of Florida journalism school and Loyola University Maryland Masters' psychology program.
Pamela R. Wilkerson, Senior Director of HUM’s new Center for Women & Children, has assumed leadership of all Women’s Programs. She is pioneering new large comprehensive programs for women and children in Baltimore City. This program is different from many other recovery programs in our region because we can receive women “right off the streets” and they can stay as long as needed to ensure they experience life change; there is no barrier to ability to pay or qualification for a minimum period of sobriety. Helping Up Mission provides help to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction by meeting their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Pamela’s role includes not only directing programs but external facing partnerships. Previously she served as the Director of Workforce Operations for the Tri-County Council for Southern MD/Southern MD Job Source from 2010-2020 and served as President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Southern Maryland) from 2004-2009.
Chief Administrative Officer, Sky Woodward, joined Helping Up Mission after a nearly 30-year career in “Big Law” where she represented clients in a variety of industries navigating complex legal issues and defending high-stakes litigation. Sky’s relationship with Helping Up Mission began in the mid-2000s when she started providing pro bono legal services to HUM’s clients. Living out the adage “Learn, Earn, Return,” Sky has returned to her beloved city of Baltimore to return the blessings of her education, experience, and skills to HUM, its clients, and the greater community. Sky does her best each day to live out Jesus’s commandment (John 13:34 NIV): “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Sky knows that persons experiencing homelessness and addiction will have their dignity restored and find their God-given purpose through a community of love and support at Helping Up Mission.
Peter Griffin was born in Belmont, NC, and at an early age, moved to New Brunswick, NJ. He attended New Brunswick High School, lettered in basketball, and served as the team captain. After graduating, he enrolled at Shaw University in Raleigh, NC, where he received his B.A. in business management and accounting. Upon graduating, he moved to Baltimore, MD, and began working in the property casualty insurance industry, serving as a property casualty claims representative, litigation claims handler, claims specialist in Trucker’s liability, and claims supervisor for various property casualty insurers.
Upon coming to Baltimore, he met and married the lovely Janice Griffin, and they have two children. Of utmost importance, after moving to Baltimore, Peter gave his life to Christ and began serving in ministry at Faith United Baptist Church.
Subsequently, after a continuous struggle with addiction, the Lord led him to Helping Up Mission, where he completed the year-long program. Peter first served in the Mission as an intern and subsequently became staff in the position of Program Coordinator. Later, he was Program Manager and Assistant Director of Programs, then God ultimately placed him as the Director of Outreach and Intake. Peter continues to serve God through the church in the leadership position of Chairman of the Deacon Board.
Serving God through Helping Up Mission is a passion that he continuously thanks the Lord for.
Martin Lightner, Director of IT, has been engaged in Information Technology for over 40 years during his career in research and development, manufacturing, service, and training. A 2014 graduate of HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program, he then joined the staff working with IT and program data systems. Martin embraces the daily opportunity to help the men and women of Helping Up Mission experience the same kind of life transformation he found here.
Mike Rallo, Director of Spiritual Life, has been in the ministry for over 25 years and can say he loves the work he does at Helping Up Mission as much as, or more than, anything else he has ever done. To be able to teach, counsel, train, etc., and use the gifts that God has given him through life giving on a daily basis… he learns about life, fallenness and the need for God’s abundant Grace moment by moment, and to realize that love wins.
As Director of Philanthropy, Kris Sharrar joyfully connects HUM to Greater Baltimore and beyond by sharing the compelling stories of redemption, renewal, and restoration. And helping lead the Philanthropy team in serving all who are led to connect to HUM in giving, volunteering, advocacy, and other activities to share and celebrate the Mission story. Kris’ personal connection began when he hit his “rock bottom” in March 2006 and entered HUM as a client in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in April 2007 and joined the staff in the long (and growing) line of graduate staff members. He saw GOD moving, and joined in! You can too!!
James Hill is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. James moved to Baltimore in 1993. In 2004, he entered HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program and re-committed his life to Christ. He graduated from the Spiritual Recovery Program in 2005 and became a Helping Up Mission Employee in 2007. In 2017, James was promoted to his present position as the Assistant Director of Program Administration.
Tom loves his role at HUM where he is able to focus his gifts, talents and experience to serve the men of the Mission; aiding him in his job requirements are many years of experience of commercial construction, renovation and facilities management. Part of Tom’s job involves training of men in various fields of facilities management where they get first hand experience in serving others by helping to maintain the facility. He often includes the men in service projects and ministries outside of the Mission so they can have the experience of blessing others in need. Tom has been married to his wife Heidi for 25 years and has 3 kids, Emily, Daniel and James who also share his enthusiasm to serve others.
Sarah (née “Bruce”) Kerr is HUM's Assistant Director of Grants in the Philanthropy department. Originally, Sarah joined HUM in October 2015 with a variety of responsibilities, including grants, outreach, and events; she took a break to parent in April 2021 but continued consulting until March 2022. She began employment anew at HUM in her current role as of June 2023. Sarah’s non-profit career spans over two decades, including 10+ years in grants management with state, federal, corporate, and family foundations, as well as international funder experience. Her work focuses on health and human services, largely within the faith-based sector and community-based organizations, with program management experience in the international work-based exchange sector, business administration, and volunteer management as well. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a Linguistics concentration from Houghton University. Sarah loves the work of HUM because it is so rewarding to engage the philanthropic community in mutual transformation as we witness and share stories of the transformative power of God every day!
A nurturer by nature, Carol loves her role at HUM, where she can focus on her passion for helping others. While supporting others, she has a heart for forgiveness and is never judgmental. Ensuring their needs are met promptly and efficiently, which includes monitoring for fire life safety, contract services verification, and preventive maintenance. She oversees the maintenance team and works together with staff, program residents, and volunteers to achieve safe and well-maintained facilities with a high level of integrity, while abiding by code compliance.
She has talents from over 30 years of experience in facility management, project management of commercial construction, renovation, and improvements, including Commercial, Residential, Medical, and Industrial sites. She also has experience in insurance for mitigation of water & fire and hazmat.
Carol has been married to her husband, Warren, for 20 years. Her son shares her enthusiasm and leads by example at NASA.
She enjoys spending time with her two grandsons, David and Malachi. They can also serve as her personal IT support team. Kids today are smarter than we think!
Marjorie is the Assistant Director of Spiritual Life at HUM’s Center for Women & Children, WSRP since 2021, as well as a licensed and ordained Associate Pastor, Educator, Transcontinental Speaker, Mentor-Coach, Author, and Human Trafficking Speaker-Trainer. After several years serving as the Correspondence Director in the U.S. Congress, her lifelong dream to serve in full time ministry in a DC Homeless Recovery program was fulfilled. As a strategic change agent, she has cultivated, equipped, and ministered from a cutting-edge, out-of-the-box perspective throughout North America, Europe, and South Africa. She has received several degrees, numerous certifications, recognitions, and awards, and serves on several community and faith-based boards throughout the DMV & Ohio.
Rasheed serves as the Assistant Director of Programs at Helping Up Mission, where he plays a pivotal role in the continual enhancement of the Men’s Programs. With a focus on clarifying and nurturing the organization’s vision, he operationalizes goals and priorities to positively impact the community. Rasheed's journey with Helping Up Mission began in 2012 as a Treatment Coordinator, progressing through roles such as Program Coordinator and Manager before assuming his current position in 2022. He is deeply passionate about empowering men to reach their full potential in society. Beyond his professional endeavors, Rasheed enjoys playing pool and chess, indulging in jazz music, and hitting the basketball court.
Laura Starsoneck is the Assistant Director of the Center for Women & Children at Helping Up Mission (HUM). She has over 10 years of experience in ministry for causes that improve the quality of life for individuals and families of Baltimore. Laura comes to HUM from leadership roles at St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore where she worked to expand their housing programs for homeless individuals and families. Laura is a native Baltimorean, graduated from Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA with Bachelors and University of Alabama with Masters in Human Development and Family Studies. As a former college athlete, Laura in her free time, enjoys running and playing/watching sports in addition to spending time traveling with her daughter.
Brian Vincer serves as the Assistant Director of Workforce Development at Helping Up Mission. His journey with the organization began as a participant in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in 2016. Following his graduation, Brian embarked on a career in food service. In 2019, he officially joined Helping Up Mission's kitchen staff, where he discovered his passion for assisting clients in navigating their career paths and enhancing their skill sets. This realization led Brian to transition into his current role in Workforce Development. He is deeply committed to his life's purpose of serving others through his work at Helping Up Mission.
Robert Gehman is President Emeritus of Helping Up Mission. During his 30 years at Helping Up Mission, the long-term residential programs have grown from 50 beds to 500 beds for men and 200 beds for women*. In addition to the Spiritual Recovery Program beds, there are 50 beds allocated for emergency overnight guests. Every night there are approximately 500 men and women in residence. He has a master’s degree in religious education from Liberty University and has completed his graduate certification in non-profit studies at Johns Hopkins University. He also has his CFRE fundraising designation.
He has developed a team of Senior Directors and managers along with notable strategic partners who collaboratively work together to refine the Spiritual Recovery Programs which are believed by many to be the best in the state of Maryland. Many of the present team members are graduates of the program giving constant credence to its effectiveness.
He believes and lives the idea that the city that is recognized around the country for its inordinate drug problem should also be home to the most cutting-edge Spiritual Recovery Program in the country offering leadership to other similar organizations.
Veronica Johnson has 21 years of experience working with the underserved population in Baltimore City, as a Behavior Health Therapist, case manager and many other roles.
Veronica Johnson received her Bachelor of Art in Religion Studies, from College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She graduated from Loyola University of Maryland with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling. She is a licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor.
Veronica’s favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33, “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”. Her mission is to make life better for someone else.
Daniel Stoltzfus is the Chief Executive Officer at Helping Up Mission. Nearly 20 years of service and leadership in faith-based organizations led him to this role, where he is passionate about the focus on Christ-centered life transformation with a holistic approach to recovery. Daniel comes to HUM from senior leadership roles in both New York City and Tucson, AZ where he gained experience in operational and program leadership. Daniel earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) in nonprofit management & public policy from New York University’s Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and holds a Bachelors in History from Indiana Wesleyan University.
For nearly 25 years, Jennifer has raised funds for causes that improve the quality of life for the people of her beloved Baltimore. Jennifer is passionate about her work to bring resources to the underserved, and especially to expand services for the needs of women and their children. Jennifer has worked with non-profits including museums, associations, hospitals, social services, and youth enrichment organizations. She is an expert in managing a comprehensive fundraising program, but particularly enjoys the visionary work of capital campaigns and building relationships with major donors. In 2022, Jennifer received the Enterprising Woman of Excellence Award from the Baltimore Business Journal, and was named one of The Baltimore Sun’s 25 Women to Watch. She is a native Baltimorean and a graduate of the Notre Dame of Maryland University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters.
Chief Financial Officer, Mike Burns, arrived at Helping Up Mission from the for-profit world. While Mike enjoyed his 25-year career in the investment world, he was sold on investing in men’s lives through the Mission’s programs because it could bring permanent transformation and healing through the power of Jesus Christ. Mike is a firm believer in the notion that every person is created in the image of God, that there are no “throw-away” people, and that lost and broken people can experience new life through the programs here.
Brent Jones is the Senior Director of Men's Programs and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Brent has worked in upper management at several treatment recovery facilities through the years and has also provided group, couples, and individual mental health therapy to clients in Maryland and Connecticut. Prior to his time in the therapeutic field, Brent spent 11 years as a journalist at the Baltimore Sun, covering local basketball and soccer, the Baltimore Ravens, city courts, education, and crime. Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, Brent is a graduate of the University of Florida journalism school and Loyola University Maryland Masters' psychology program.
Pamela R. Wilkerson, Senior Director of HUM’s new Center for Women & Children, has assumed leadership of all Women’s Programs. She is pioneering new large comprehensive programs for women and children in Baltimore City. This program is different from many other recovery programs in our region because we can receive women “right off the streets” and they can stay as long as needed to ensure they experience life change; there is no barrier to ability to pay or qualification for a minimum period of sobriety. Helping Up Mission provides help to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction by meeting their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Pamela’s role includes not only directing programs but external facing partnerships. Previously she served as the Director of Workforce Operations for the Tri-County Council for Southern MD/Southern MD Job Source from 2010-2020 and served as President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Southern Maryland) from 2004-2009.
Chief Administrative Officer, Sky Woodward, joined Helping Up Mission after a nearly 30-year career in “Big Law” where she represented clients in a variety of industries navigating complex legal issues and defending high-stakes litigation. Sky’s relationship with Helping Up Mission began in the mid-2000s when she started providing pro bono legal services to HUM’s clients. Living out the adage “Learn, Earn, Return,” Sky has returned to her beloved city of Baltimore to return the blessings of her education, experience, and skills to HUM, its clients, and the greater community. Sky does her best each day to live out Jesus’s commandment (John 13:34 NIV): “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Sky knows that persons experiencing homelessness and addiction will have their dignity restored and find their God-given purpose through a community of love and support at Helping Up Mission.
Peter Griffin was born in Belmont, NC, and at an early age, moved to New Brunswick, NJ. He attended New Brunswick High School, lettered in basketball, and served as the team captain. After graduating, he enrolled at Shaw University in Raleigh, NC, where he received his B.A. in business management and accounting. Upon graduating, he moved to Baltimore, MD, and began working in the property casualty insurance industry, serving as a property casualty claims representative, litigation claims handler, claims specialist in Trucker’s liability, and claims supervisor for various property casualty insurers.
Upon coming to Baltimore, he met and married the lovely Janice Griffin, and they have two children. Of utmost importance, after moving to Baltimore, Peter gave his life to Christ and began serving in ministry at Faith United Baptist Church.
Subsequently, after a continuous struggle with addiction, the Lord led him to Helping Up Mission, where he completed the year-long program. Peter first served in the Mission as an intern and subsequently became staff in the position of Program Coordinator. Later, he was Program Manager and Assistant Director of Programs, then God ultimately placed him as the Director of Outreach and Intake. Peter continues to serve God through the church in the leadership position of Chairman of the Deacon Board.
Serving God through Helping Up Mission is a passion that he continuously thanks the Lord for.
Martin Lightner, Director of IT, has been engaged in Information Technology for over 40 years during his career in research and development, manufacturing, service, and training. A 2014 graduate of HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program, he then joined the staff working with IT and program data systems. Martin embraces the daily opportunity to help the men and women of Helping Up Mission experience the same kind of life transformation he found here.
Mike Rallo, Director of Spiritual Life, has been in the ministry for over 25 years and can say he loves the work he does at Helping Up Mission as much as, or more than, anything else he has ever done. To be able to teach, counsel, train, etc., and use the gifts that God has given him through life giving on a daily basis… he learns about life, fallenness and the need for God’s abundant Grace moment by moment, and to realize that love wins.
As Director of Philanthropy, Kris Sharrar joyfully connects HUM to Greater Baltimore and beyond by sharing the compelling stories of redemption, renewal, and restoration. And helping lead the Philanthropy team in serving all who are led to connect to HUM in giving, volunteering, advocacy, and other activities to share and celebrate the Mission story. Kris’ personal connection began when he hit his “rock bottom” in March 2006 and entered HUM as a client in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in April 2007 and joined the staff in the long (and growing) line of graduate staff members. He saw GOD moving, and joined in! You can too!!
James Hill is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. James moved to Baltimore in 1993. In 2004, he entered HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program and re-committed his life to Christ. He graduated from the Spiritual Recovery Program in 2005 and became a Helping Up Mission Employee in 2007. In 2017, James was promoted to his present position as the Assistant Director of Program Administration.
Tom loves his role at HUM where he is able to focus his gifts, talents and experience to serve the men of the Mission; aiding him in his job requirements are many years of experience of commercial construction, renovation and facilities management. Part of Tom’s job involves training of men in various fields of facilities management where they get first hand experience in serving others by helping to maintain the facility. He often includes the men in service projects and ministries outside of the Mission so they can have the experience of blessing others in need. Tom has been married to his wife Heidi for 25 years and has 3 kids, Emily, Daniel and James who also share his enthusiasm to serve others.
Sarah (née “Bruce”) Kerr is HUM's Assistant Director of Grants in the Philanthropy department. Originally, Sarah joined HUM in October 2015 with a variety of responsibilities, including grants, outreach, and events; she took a break to parent in April 2021 but continued consulting until March 2022. She began employment anew at HUM in her current role as of June 2023. Sarah’s non-profit career spans over two decades, including 10+ years in grants management with state, federal, corporate, and family foundations, as well as international funder experience. Her work focuses on health and human services, largely within the faith-based sector and community-based organizations, with program management experience in the international work-based exchange sector, business administration, and volunteer management as well. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a Linguistics concentration from Houghton University. Sarah loves the work of HUM because it is so rewarding to engage the philanthropic community in mutual transformation as we witness and share stories of the transformative power of God every day!
A nurturer by nature, Carol loves her role at HUM, where she can focus on her passion for helping others. While supporting others, she has a heart for forgiveness and is never judgmental. Ensuring their needs are met promptly and efficiently, which includes monitoring for fire life safety, contract services verification, and preventive maintenance. She oversees the maintenance team and works together with staff, program residents, and volunteers to achieve safe and well-maintained facilities with a high level of integrity, while abiding by code compliance.
She has talents from over 30 years of experience in facility management, project management of commercial construction, renovation, and improvements, including Commercial, Residential, Medical, and Industrial sites. She also has experience in insurance for mitigation of water & fire and hazmat.
Carol has been married to her husband, Warren, for 20 years. Her son shares her enthusiasm and leads by example at NASA.
She enjoys spending time with her two grandsons, David and Malachi. They can also serve as her personal IT support team. Kids today are smarter than we think!
Marjorie is the Assistant Director of Spiritual Life at HUM’s Center for Women & Children, WSRP since 2021, as well as a licensed and ordained Associate Pastor, Educator, Transcontinental Speaker, Mentor-Coach, Author, and Human Trafficking Speaker-Trainer. After several years serving as the Correspondence Director in the U.S. Congress, her lifelong dream to serve in full time ministry in a DC Homeless Recovery program was fulfilled. As a strategic change agent, she has cultivated, equipped, and ministered from a cutting-edge, out-of-the-box perspective throughout North America, Europe, and South Africa. She has received several degrees, numerous certifications, recognitions, and awards, and serves on several community and faith-based boards throughout the DMV & Ohio.
Rasheed serves as the Assistant Director of Programs at Helping Up Mission, where he plays a pivotal role in the continual enhancement of the Men’s Programs. With a focus on clarifying and nurturing the organization’s vision, he operationalizes goals and priorities to positively impact the community. Rasheed's journey with Helping Up Mission began in 2012 as a Treatment Coordinator, progressing through roles such as Program Coordinator and Manager before assuming his current position in 2022. He is deeply passionate about empowering men to reach their full potential in society. Beyond his professional endeavors, Rasheed enjoys playing pool and chess, indulging in jazz music, and hitting the basketball court.
Laura Starsoneck is the Assistant Director of the Center for Women & Children at Helping Up Mission (HUM). She has over 10 years of experience in ministry for causes that improve the quality of life for individuals and families of Baltimore. Laura comes to HUM from leadership roles at St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore where she worked to expand their housing programs for homeless individuals and families. Laura is a native Baltimorean, graduated from Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA with Bachelors and University of Alabama with Masters in Human Development and Family Studies. As a former college athlete, Laura in her free time, enjoys running and playing/watching sports in addition to spending time traveling with her daughter.
Brian Vincer serves as the Assistant Director of Workforce Development at Helping Up Mission. His journey with the organization began as a participant in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in 2016. Following his graduation, Brian embarked on a career in food service. In 2019, he officially joined Helping Up Mission's kitchen staff, where he discovered his passion for assisting clients in navigating their career paths and enhancing their skill sets. This realization led Brian to transition into his current role in Workforce Development. He is deeply committed to his life's purpose of serving others through his work at Helping Up Mission.
Robert Gehman is President Emeritus of Helping Up Mission. During his 30 years at Helping Up Mission, the long-term residential programs have grown from 50 beds to 500 beds for men and 200 beds for women*. In addition to the Spiritual Recovery Program beds, there are 50 beds allocated for emergency overnight guests. Every night there are approximately 500 men and women in residence. He has a master’s degree in religious education from Liberty University and has completed his graduate certification in non-profit studies at Johns Hopkins University. He also has his CFRE fundraising designation.
He has developed a team of Senior Directors and managers along with notable strategic partners who collaboratively work together to refine the Spiritual Recovery Programs which are believed by many to be the best in the state of Maryland. Many of the present team members are graduates of the program giving constant credence to its effectiveness.
He believes and lives the idea that the city that is recognized around the country for its inordinate drug problem should also be home to the most cutting-edge Spiritual Recovery Program in the country offering leadership to other similar organizations.
Veronica Johnson has 21 years of experience working with the underserved population in Baltimore City, as a Behavior Health Therapist, case manager and many other roles.
Veronica Johnson received her Bachelor of Art in Religion Studies, from College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She graduated from Loyola University of Maryland with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling. She is a licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor.
Veronica’s favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33, “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”. Her mission is to make life better for someone else.
Daniel Stoltzfus is the Chief Executive Officer at Helping Up Mission. Nearly 20 years of service and leadership in faith-based organizations led him to this role, where he is passionate about the focus on Christ-centered life transformation with a holistic approach to recovery. Daniel comes to HUM from senior leadership roles in both New York City and Tucson, AZ where he gained experience in operational and program leadership. Daniel earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) in nonprofit management & public policy from New York University’s Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and holds a Bachelors in History from Indiana Wesleyan University.
For nearly 25 years, Jennifer has raised funds for causes that improve the quality of life for the people of her beloved Baltimore. Jennifer is passionate about her work to bring resources to the underserved, and especially to expand services for the needs of women and their children. Jennifer has worked with non-profits including museums, associations, hospitals, social services, and youth enrichment organizations. She is an expert in managing a comprehensive fundraising program, but particularly enjoys the visionary work of capital campaigns and building relationships with major donors. In 2022, Jennifer received the Enterprising Woman of Excellence Award from the Baltimore Business Journal, and was named one of The Baltimore Sun’s 25 Women to Watch. She is a native Baltimorean and a graduate of the Notre Dame of Maryland University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters.
Chief Financial Officer, Mike Burns, arrived at Helping Up Mission from the for-profit world. While Mike enjoyed his 25-year career in the investment world, he was sold on investing in men’s lives through the Mission’s programs because it could bring permanent transformation and healing through the power of Jesus Christ. Mike is a firm believer in the notion that every person is created in the image of God, that there are no “throw-away” people, and that lost and broken people can experience new life through the programs here.
Brent Jones is the Senior Director of Men's Programs and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Brent has worked in upper management at several treatment recovery facilities through the years and has also provided group, couples, and individual mental health therapy to clients in Maryland and Connecticut. Prior to his time in the therapeutic field, Brent spent 11 years as a journalist at the Baltimore Sun, covering local basketball and soccer, the Baltimore Ravens, city courts, education, and crime. Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, Brent is a graduate of the University of Florida journalism school and Loyola University Maryland Masters' psychology program.
Pamela R. Wilkerson, Senior Director of HUM’s new Center for Women & Children, has assumed leadership of all Women’s Programs. She is pioneering new large comprehensive programs for women and children in Baltimore City. This program is different from many other recovery programs in our region because we can receive women “right off the streets” and they can stay as long as needed to ensure they experience life change; there is no barrier to ability to pay or qualification for a minimum period of sobriety. Helping Up Mission provides help to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction by meeting their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Pamela’s role includes not only directing programs but external facing partnerships. Previously she served as the Director of Workforce Operations for the Tri-County Council for Southern MD/Southern MD Job Source from 2010-2020 and served as President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Southern Maryland) from 2004-2009.
Chief Administrative Officer, Sky Woodward, joined Helping Up Mission after a nearly 30-year career in “Big Law” where she represented clients in a variety of industries navigating complex legal issues and defending high-stakes litigation. Sky’s relationship with Helping Up Mission began in the mid-2000s when she started providing pro bono legal services to HUM’s clients. Living out the adage “Learn, Earn, Return,” Sky has returned to her beloved city of Baltimore to return the blessings of her education, experience, and skills to HUM, its clients, and the greater community. Sky does her best each day to live out Jesus’s commandment (John 13:34 NIV): “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Sky knows that persons experiencing homelessness and addiction will have their dignity restored and find their God-given purpose through a community of love and support at Helping Up Mission.
Peter Griffin was born in Belmont, NC, and at an early age, moved to New Brunswick, NJ. He attended New Brunswick High School, lettered in basketball, and served as the team captain. After graduating, he enrolled at Shaw University in Raleigh, NC, where he received his B.A. in business management and accounting. Upon graduating, he moved to Baltimore, MD, and began working in the property casualty insurance industry, serving as a property casualty claims representative, litigation claims handler, claims specialist in Trucker’s liability, and claims supervisor for various property casualty insurers.
Upon coming to Baltimore, he met and married the lovely Janice Griffin, and they have two children. Of utmost importance, after moving to Baltimore, Peter gave his life to Christ and began serving in ministry at Faith United Baptist Church.
Subsequently, after a continuous struggle with addiction, the Lord led him to Helping Up Mission, where he completed the year-long program. Peter first served in the Mission as an intern and subsequently became staff in the position of Program Coordinator. Later, he was Program Manager and Assistant Director of Programs, then God ultimately placed him as the Director of Outreach and Intake. Peter continues to serve God through the church in the leadership position of Chairman of the Deacon Board.
Serving God through Helping Up Mission is a passion that he continuously thanks the Lord for.
Martin Lightner, Director of IT, has been engaged in Information Technology for over 40 years during his career in research and development, manufacturing, service, and training. A 2014 graduate of HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program, he then joined the staff working with IT and program data systems. Martin embraces the daily opportunity to help the men and women of Helping Up Mission experience the same kind of life transformation he found here.
Mike Rallo, Director of Spiritual Life, has been in the ministry for over 25 years and can say he loves the work he does at Helping Up Mission as much as, or more than, anything else he has ever done. To be able to teach, counsel, train, etc., and use the gifts that God has given him through life giving on a daily basis… he learns about life, fallenness and the need for God’s abundant Grace moment by moment, and to realize that love wins.
As Director of Philanthropy, Kris Sharrar joyfully connects HUM to Greater Baltimore and beyond by sharing the compelling stories of redemption, renewal, and restoration. And helping lead the Philanthropy team in serving all who are led to connect to HUM in giving, volunteering, advocacy, and other activities to share and celebrate the Mission story. Kris’ personal connection began when he hit his “rock bottom” in March 2006 and entered HUM as a client in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in April 2007 and joined the staff in the long (and growing) line of graduate staff members. He saw GOD moving, and joined in! You can too!!
James Hill is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. James moved to Baltimore in 1993. In 2004, he entered HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program and re-committed his life to Christ. He graduated from the Spiritual Recovery Program in 2005 and became a Helping Up Mission Employee in 2007. In 2017, James was promoted to his present position as the Assistant Director of Program Administration.
Tom loves his role at HUM where he is able to focus his gifts, talents and experience to serve the men of the Mission; aiding him in his job requirements are many years of experience of commercial construction, renovation and facilities management. Part of Tom’s job involves training of men in various fields of facilities management where they get first hand experience in serving others by helping to maintain the facility. He often includes the men in service projects and ministries outside of the Mission so they can have the experience of blessing others in need. Tom has been married to his wife Heidi for 25 years and has 3 kids, Emily, Daniel and James who also share his enthusiasm to serve others.
Sarah (née “Bruce”) Kerr is HUM's Assistant Director of Grants in the Philanthropy department. Originally, Sarah joined HUM in October 2015 with a variety of responsibilities, including grants, outreach, and events; she took a break to parent in April 2021 but continued consulting until March 2022. She began employment anew at HUM in her current role as of June 2023. Sarah’s non-profit career spans over two decades, including 10+ years in grants management with state, federal, corporate, and family foundations, as well as international funder experience. Her work focuses on health and human services, largely within the faith-based sector and community-based organizations, with program management experience in the international work-based exchange sector, business administration, and volunteer management as well. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a Linguistics concentration from Houghton University. Sarah loves the work of HUM because it is so rewarding to engage the philanthropic community in mutual transformation as we witness and share stories of the transformative power of God every day!
A nurturer by nature, Carol loves her role at HUM, where she can focus on her passion for helping others. While supporting others, she has a heart for forgiveness and is never judgmental. Ensuring their needs are met promptly and efficiently, which includes monitoring for fire life safety, contract services verification, and preventive maintenance. She oversees the maintenance team and works together with staff, program residents, and volunteers to achieve safe and well-maintained facilities with a high level of integrity, while abiding by code compliance.
She has talents from over 30 years of experience in facility management, project management of commercial construction, renovation, and improvements, including Commercial, Residential, Medical, and Industrial sites. She also has experience in insurance for mitigation of water & fire and hazmat.
Carol has been married to her husband, Warren, for 20 years. Her son shares her enthusiasm and leads by example at NASA.
She enjoys spending time with her two grandsons, David and Malachi. They can also serve as her personal IT support team. Kids today are smarter than we think!
Marjorie is the Assistant Director of Spiritual Life at HUM’s Center for Women & Children, WSRP since 2021, as well as a licensed and ordained Associate Pastor, Educator, Transcontinental Speaker, Mentor-Coach, Author, and Human Trafficking Speaker-Trainer. After several years serving as the Correspondence Director in the U.S. Congress, her lifelong dream to serve in full time ministry in a DC Homeless Recovery program was fulfilled. As a strategic change agent, she has cultivated, equipped, and ministered from a cutting-edge, out-of-the-box perspective throughout North America, Europe, and South Africa. She has received several degrees, numerous certifications, recognitions, and awards, and serves on several community and faith-based boards throughout the DMV & Ohio.
Rasheed serves as the Assistant Director of Programs at Helping Up Mission, where he plays a pivotal role in the continual enhancement of the Men’s Programs. With a focus on clarifying and nurturing the organization’s vision, he operationalizes goals and priorities to positively impact the community. Rasheed's journey with Helping Up Mission began in 2012 as a Treatment Coordinator, progressing through roles such as Program Coordinator and Manager before assuming his current position in 2022. He is deeply passionate about empowering men to reach their full potential in society. Beyond his professional endeavors, Rasheed enjoys playing pool and chess, indulging in jazz music, and hitting the basketball court.
Laura Starsoneck is the Assistant Director of the Center for Women & Children at Helping Up Mission (HUM). She has over 10 years of experience in ministry for causes that improve the quality of life for individuals and families of Baltimore. Laura comes to HUM from leadership roles at St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore where she worked to expand their housing programs for homeless individuals and families. Laura is a native Baltimorean, graduated from Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA with Bachelors and University of Alabama with Masters in Human Development and Family Studies. As a former college athlete, Laura in her free time, enjoys running and playing/watching sports in addition to spending time traveling with her daughter.
Brian Vincer serves as the Assistant Director of Workforce Development at Helping Up Mission. His journey with the organization began as a participant in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in 2016. Following his graduation, Brian embarked on a career in food service. In 2019, he officially joined Helping Up Mission's kitchen staff, where he discovered his passion for assisting clients in navigating their career paths and enhancing their skill sets. This realization led Brian to transition into his current role in Workforce Development. He is deeply committed to his life's purpose of serving others through his work at Helping Up Mission.
Robert Gehman is President Emeritus of Helping Up Mission. During his 30 years at Helping Up Mission, the long-term residential programs have grown from 50 beds to 500 beds for men and 200 beds for women*. In addition to the Spiritual Recovery Program beds, there are 50 beds allocated for emergency overnight guests. Every night there are approximately 500 men and women in residence. He has a master’s degree in religious education from Liberty University and has completed his graduate certification in non-profit studies at Johns Hopkins University. He also has his CFRE fundraising designation.
He has developed a team of Senior Directors and managers along with notable strategic partners who collaboratively work together to refine the Spiritual Recovery Programs which are believed by many to be the best in the state of Maryland. Many of the present team members are graduates of the program giving constant credence to its effectiveness.
He believes and lives the idea that the city that is recognized around the country for its inordinate drug problem should also be home to the most cutting-edge Spiritual Recovery Program in the country offering leadership to other similar organizations.
Veronica Johnson has 21 years of experience working with the underserved population in Baltimore City, as a Behavior Health Therapist, case manager and many other roles.
Veronica Johnson received her Bachelor of Art in Religion Studies, from College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She graduated from Loyola University of Maryland with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling. She is a licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor.
Veronica’s favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33, “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”. Her mission is to make life better for someone else.
Daniel Stoltzfus is the Chief Executive Officer at Helping Up Mission. Nearly 20 years of service and leadership in faith-based organizations led him to this role, where he is passionate about the focus on Christ-centered life transformation with a holistic approach to recovery. Daniel comes to HUM from senior leadership roles in both New York City and Tucson, AZ where he gained experience in operational and program leadership. Daniel earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) in nonprofit management & public policy from New York University’s Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and holds a Bachelors in History from Indiana Wesleyan University.
For nearly 25 years, Jennifer has raised funds for causes that improve the quality of life for the people of her beloved Baltimore. Jennifer is passionate about her work to bring resources to the underserved, and especially to expand services for the needs of women and their children. Jennifer has worked with non-profits including museums, associations, hospitals, social services, and youth enrichment organizations. She is an expert in managing a comprehensive fundraising program, but particularly enjoys the visionary work of capital campaigns and building relationships with major donors. In 2022, Jennifer received the Enterprising Woman of Excellence Award from the Baltimore Business Journal, and was named one of The Baltimore Sun’s 25 Women to Watch. She is a native Baltimorean and a graduate of the Notre Dame of Maryland University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters.
Chief Financial Officer, Mike Burns, arrived at Helping Up Mission from the for-profit world. While Mike enjoyed his 25-year career in the investment world, he was sold on investing in men’s lives through the Mission’s programs because it could bring permanent transformation and healing through the power of Jesus Christ. Mike is a firm believer in the notion that every person is created in the image of God, that there are no “throw-away” people, and that lost and broken people can experience new life through the programs here.
Brent Jones is the Senior Director of Men's Programs and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Brent has worked in upper management at several treatment recovery facilities through the years and has also provided group, couples, and individual mental health therapy to clients in Maryland and Connecticut. Prior to his time in the therapeutic field, Brent spent 11 years as a journalist at the Baltimore Sun, covering local basketball and soccer, the Baltimore Ravens, city courts, education, and crime. Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, Brent is a graduate of the University of Florida journalism school and Loyola University Maryland Masters' psychology program.
Pamela R. Wilkerson, Senior Director of HUM’s new Center for Women & Children, has assumed leadership of all Women’s Programs. She is pioneering new large comprehensive programs for women and children in Baltimore City. This program is different from many other recovery programs in our region because we can receive women “right off the streets” and they can stay as long as needed to ensure they experience life change; there is no barrier to ability to pay or qualification for a minimum period of sobriety. Helping Up Mission provides help to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction by meeting their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Pamela’s role includes not only directing programs but external facing partnerships. Previously she served as the Director of Workforce Operations for the Tri-County Council for Southern MD/Southern MD Job Source from 2010-2020 and served as President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Southern Maryland) from 2004-2009.
Chief Administrative Officer, Sky Woodward, joined Helping Up Mission after a nearly 30-year career in “Big Law” where she represented clients in a variety of industries navigating complex legal issues and defending high-stakes litigation. Sky’s relationship with Helping Up Mission began in the mid-2000s when she started providing pro bono legal services to HUM’s clients. Living out the adage “Learn, Earn, Return,” Sky has returned to her beloved city of Baltimore to return the blessings of her education, experience, and skills to HUM, its clients, and the greater community. Sky does her best each day to live out Jesus’s commandment (John 13:34 NIV): “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Sky knows that persons experiencing homelessness and addiction will have their dignity restored and find their God-given purpose through a community of love and support at Helping Up Mission.
Peter Griffin was born in Belmont, NC, and at an early age, moved to New Brunswick, NJ. He attended New Brunswick High School, lettered in basketball, and served as the team captain. After graduating, he enrolled at Shaw University in Raleigh, NC, where he received his B.A. in business management and accounting. Upon graduating, he moved to Baltimore, MD, and began working in the property casualty insurance industry, serving as a property casualty claims representative, litigation claims handler, claims specialist in Trucker’s liability, and claims supervisor for various property casualty insurers.
Upon coming to Baltimore, he met and married the lovely Janice Griffin, and they have two children. Of utmost importance, after moving to Baltimore, Peter gave his life to Christ and began serving in ministry at Faith United Baptist Church.
Subsequently, after a continuous struggle with addiction, the Lord led him to Helping Up Mission, where he completed the year-long program. Peter first served in the Mission as an intern and subsequently became staff in the position of Program Coordinator. Later, he was Program Manager and Assistant Director of Programs, then God ultimately placed him as the Director of Outreach and Intake. Peter continues to serve God through the church in the leadership position of Chairman of the Deacon Board.
Serving God through Helping Up Mission is a passion that he continuously thanks the Lord for.
Martin Lightner, Director of IT, has been engaged in Information Technology for over 40 years during his career in research and development, manufacturing, service, and training. A 2014 graduate of HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program, he then joined the staff working with IT and program data systems. Martin embraces the daily opportunity to help the men and women of Helping Up Mission experience the same kind of life transformation he found here.
Mike Rallo, Director of Spiritual Life, has been in the ministry for over 25 years and can say he loves the work he does at Helping Up Mission as much as, or more than, anything else he has ever done. To be able to teach, counsel, train, etc., and use the gifts that God has given him through life giving on a daily basis… he learns about life, fallenness and the need for God’s abundant Grace moment by moment, and to realize that love wins.
As Director of Philanthropy, Kris Sharrar joyfully connects HUM to Greater Baltimore and beyond by sharing the compelling stories of redemption, renewal, and restoration. And helping lead the Philanthropy team in serving all who are led to connect to HUM in giving, volunteering, advocacy, and other activities to share and celebrate the Mission story. Kris’ personal connection began when he hit his “rock bottom” in March 2006 and entered HUM as a client in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in April 2007 and joined the staff in the long (and growing) line of graduate staff members. He saw GOD moving, and joined in! You can too!!
James Hill is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. James moved to Baltimore in 1993. In 2004, he entered HUM’s Spiritual Recovery Program and re-committed his life to Christ. He graduated from the Spiritual Recovery Program in 2005 and became a Helping Up Mission Employee in 2007. In 2017, James was promoted to his present position as the Assistant Director of Program Administration.
Tom loves his role at HUM where he is able to focus his gifts, talents and experience to serve the men of the Mission; aiding him in his job requirements are many years of experience of commercial construction, renovation and facilities management. Part of Tom’s job involves training of men in various fields of facilities management where they get first hand experience in serving others by helping to maintain the facility. He often includes the men in service projects and ministries outside of the Mission so they can have the experience of blessing others in need. Tom has been married to his wife Heidi for 25 years and has 3 kids, Emily, Daniel and James who also share his enthusiasm to serve others.
Sarah (née “Bruce”) Kerr is HUM's Assistant Director of Grants in the Philanthropy department. Originally, Sarah joined HUM in October 2015 with a variety of responsibilities, including grants, outreach, and events; she took a break to parent in April 2021 but continued consulting until March 2022. She began employment anew at HUM in her current role as of June 2023. Sarah’s non-profit career spans over two decades, including 10+ years in grants management with state, federal, corporate, and family foundations, as well as international funder experience. Her work focuses on health and human services, largely within the faith-based sector and community-based organizations, with program management experience in the international work-based exchange sector, business administration, and volunteer management as well. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies with a Linguistics concentration from Houghton University. Sarah loves the work of HUM because it is so rewarding to engage the philanthropic community in mutual transformation as we witness and share stories of the transformative power of God every day!
A nurturer by nature, Carol loves her role at HUM, where she can focus on her passion for helping others. While supporting others, she has a heart for forgiveness and is never judgmental. Ensuring their needs are met promptly and efficiently, which includes monitoring for fire life safety, contract services verification, and preventive maintenance. She oversees the maintenance team and works together with staff, program residents, and volunteers to achieve safe and well-maintained facilities with a high level of integrity, while abiding by code compliance.
She has talents from over 30 years of experience in facility management, project management of commercial construction, renovation, and improvements, including Commercial, Residential, Medical, and Industrial sites. She also has experience in insurance for mitigation of water & fire and hazmat.
Carol has been married to her husband, Warren, for 20 years. Her son shares her enthusiasm and leads by example at NASA.
She enjoys spending time with her two grandsons, David and Malachi. They can also serve as her personal IT support team. Kids today are smarter than we think!
Marjorie is the Assistant Director of Spiritual Life at HUM’s Center for Women & Children, WSRP since 2021, as well as a licensed and ordained Associate Pastor, Educator, Transcontinental Speaker, Mentor-Coach, Author, and Human Trafficking Speaker-Trainer. After several years serving as the Correspondence Director in the U.S. Congress, her lifelong dream to serve in full time ministry in a DC Homeless Recovery program was fulfilled. As a strategic change agent, she has cultivated, equipped, and ministered from a cutting-edge, out-of-the-box perspective throughout North America, Europe, and South Africa. She has received several degrees, numerous certifications, recognitions, and awards, and serves on several community and faith-based boards throughout the DMV & Ohio.
Rasheed serves as the Assistant Director of Programs at Helping Up Mission, where he plays a pivotal role in the continual enhancement of the Men’s Programs. With a focus on clarifying and nurturing the organization’s vision, he operationalizes goals and priorities to positively impact the community. Rasheed's journey with Helping Up Mission began in 2012 as a Treatment Coordinator, progressing through roles such as Program Coordinator and Manager before assuming his current position in 2022. He is deeply passionate about empowering men to reach their full potential in society. Beyond his professional endeavors, Rasheed enjoys playing pool and chess, indulging in jazz music, and hitting the basketball court.
Laura Starsoneck is the Assistant Director of the Center for Women & Children at Helping Up Mission (HUM). She has over 10 years of experience in ministry for causes that improve the quality of life for individuals and families of Baltimore. Laura comes to HUM from leadership roles at St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore where she worked to expand their housing programs for homeless individuals and families. Laura is a native Baltimorean, graduated from Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, GA with Bachelors and University of Alabama with Masters in Human Development and Family Studies. As a former college athlete, Laura in her free time, enjoys running and playing/watching sports in addition to spending time traveling with her daughter.
Brian Vincer serves as the Assistant Director of Workforce Development at Helping Up Mission. His journey with the organization began as a participant in the Spiritual Recovery Program, graduating in 2016. Following his graduation, Brian embarked on a career in food service. In 2019, he officially joined Helping Up Mission's kitchen staff, where he discovered his passion for assisting clients in navigating their career paths and enhancing their skill sets. This realization led Brian to transition into his current role in Workforce Development. He is deeply committed to his life's purpose of serving others through his work at Helping Up Mission.
Robert Gehman is President Emeritus of Helping Up Mission. During his 30 years at Helping Up Mission, the long-term residential programs have grown from 50 beds to 500 beds for men and 200 beds for women*. In addition to the Spiritual Recovery Program beds, there are 50 beds allocated for emergency overnight guests. Every night there are approximately 500 men and women in residence. He has a master’s degree in religious education from Liberty University and has completed his graduate certification in non-profit studies at Johns Hopkins University. He also has his CFRE fundraising designation.
He has developed a team of Senior Directors and managers along with notable strategic partners who collaboratively work together to refine the Spiritual Recovery Programs which are believed by many to be the best in the state of Maryland. Many of the present team members are graduates of the program giving constant credence to its effectiveness.
He believes and lives the idea that the city that is recognized around the country for its inordinate drug problem should also be home to the most cutting-edge Spiritual Recovery Program in the country offering leadership to other similar organizations.
Veronica Johnson has 21 years of experience working with the underserved population in Baltimore City, as a Behavior Health Therapist, case manager and many other roles.
Veronica Johnson received her Bachelor of Art in Religion Studies, from College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She graduated from Loyola University of Maryland with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling. She is a licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor.
Veronica’s favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33, “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”. Her mission is to make life better for someone else.
