Staff

Kathie has more than 25 years of nonprofit experience in the Central Florida area. As the Executive Director of Family Promise of Greater Orlando, Kathie will continue to grow and expand the agency to ensure families experiencing homelessness will find a safe place to call home.

Prior to joining Family Promise in Orlando, Kathie was the Director of Education and Community Relations at Heartland for Children for the past 13 years. While in that role, she was responsible for the oversight of Child Abuse Prevention efforts for the tri-county area and many other initiatives on behalf of children and families. Kathie has dedicated 27 years of her life to helping those in the community who need it the most.

Kathie attended the University of Florida where she received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and the University of Central Florida where she received a Master of Science in Health Services Administration.

Carin is the Development Director of Family Promise. She assists with donor development, fundraising and grant writing.

She attended Emory University and received a Bachelor’s Degree in English and obtained a Master’s Degree in Communications from the University of Florida.

Abigail is our Housing Programs manager. As the Housing Programs Manager Ms. Crocket will oversee our housing programs.

Abigail graduated from University of Central Florida with a Bachelors of Social Work and also holds an Associates of Science in Marketing and Business Management. She has spent her career working with families in crisis and brings 10 years of experience in the social services field.

Denise serves as a Navigator for Family Promise of Greater Orlando, where she assesses the eligibility of individuals and families experiencing homelessness for entry into the Rapid Rehousing Program. With over 32 years of experience in the health sector, Denise has dedicated her career to supporting vulnerable communities, volunteering with various nonprofit organizations to assist individuals and families from the homeless community.

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nurse Anesthesia and Education from the University of Technology, Jamaica, W.I.

Victoria is a Housing Case Manager/Success Coach for Family Promise of Greater Orlando. Prior to her work at Family Promise, Victoria dedicated her career to empowering individuals through personal development and case management, focusing on educational and life success.

Victoria graduated from Everest University with dual Bachelor’s Degrees in Criminal Justice and Psychology.

Vivien is a Housing Case Manager/Success Coach for Family Promise of Greater Orlando. Prior to her work at Family Promise, Vivien worked at The Providencia Group as a Unification Specialist/Case Manager.

Vivien attended Carlos Albizu University where she received a Bachelor’s Degree.

Jennifer is the Business Manager for Family Promise of Greater Orlando. Jennifer oversees the Business Management functions associated with human resources, finance, procurement/purchasing and other operational areas. Prior to her work at Family Promise, Jennifer has worked in the non-profit sector in community outreach to assist families and individuals out of homelessness.

Jennifer has a Bachelor's Degree in Spanish and International Business from Clarion University of Pennsylvania and a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Middle Tennessee State University.

Kaitlyn is the Youth Housing Case Manager/Success Coach for Family Promise. She works with our youth to establish sustainable housing and life skills to maintain housing, employment, and daily living.

Kaitlyn graduated from Saint Leo University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Social Work. She has spent her career working in case management with youth, those experiencing homelessness, and emergency crisis.

MarCherie is the Development Manager for Family Promise. In this role, MarCherie cultivates individual and corporate donors as well as oversees initiatives such as events, direct mail campaigns, grant writing and agency communication.

She attended Florida State University and received a Bachelor’s Degree in English.

Mary Jo is a Housing Case Manager/Success Coach for Family Promise of Greater Orlando. She has worked in this capacity since 2023. Prior to her work at Family Promise, Mary Jo worked for Camelot Community Care as a Certified Child Welfare Case Manager. She is a member of American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and is currently working toward her CFLE credential (Certified Family Life Educator). She brings over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector.

Mary Jo received a Bachelor’s of Arts in Family and Child Science from New Mexico State University. Mary Jo is a Master’s Degree Candidate at Regent University and will be graduating with an M.A. in Human Services next year.

Sylvana is a Housing Case Manager/Success Coach for Family Promise of Greater Orlando. She has worked in this capacity since 2020. Prior to her work at Family Promise, Sylvana worked for the Bermuda Government as Financial Assistance Manager. She brings over 30 years of experience in the non-profit sector.

Sylvana received a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology.