Meet Our Team
Summary of Team (Full Bios Can Be Found Below)
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Administrative Team
Dr. Kelly Graves, Co-Founder and Director Lylan Wingfield, LCMHC, LCAS - Deputy Director McKenzie Stenberg - Office Manager Pamela Morford - Finance and Grants Manager (Contracted) Emily Lewis - Referrals Assistant (Contracted) Amanda Lehmart - Communications Specialist (Contracted) Victim Advocacy and Patient Navigation (Contractors)
Stephanie Johnson, MSW - Child and Family Advocate Lisa Taylor, MSW - Child and Family Advocate Peer Support Team (Contractors)
Madonna Campbell-Greer, Certified Peer Support Specialist & Community Liaison |
Clinical Services Team
Kristin Cheshire, LCMHC, LCAS - Clinical Team Leader Rachael Farlow, MS, LCMHCA, NCC - High Risk Mental Health Team Melanie Garner, MA - Advocate and Outcomes Coordinator Kelly Graves, PhD - Clinical Psychologist Jessi Matlock, MS, LCMHCA, NCC - Clinician Cynthia McSwain, MS, LCMHCA, NCC, CCTP - Clinical Team Leader Sue K. Spidell, MSW, LCSW Jaclyn Tyson, MSW, LCSWA - High Risk Mental Health Team Caleb Turmel, LCMHC - Clinical Team Leader Lylan Wingfield, LCMHC, LCAS - Clinical Team Leader 
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Madonna Campbell-Greer
Certified Peer Support Specialist & Community Liaison
Madonna Campbell-Greer is an Ohio native who moved to North Carolina when she was 10 years old. She’s called Greensboro home for the past 27 years and has enjoyed raising her family here. Madonna is a Certified North Carolina Peer Support Specialist who is experienced in delivering recovery based classes, support groups, and providing one on one peer support. As a nationally certified Mental Health First Aid instructor she offers trainings for both adults and youth, locally and state wide. After formerly serving as the Director of Recovery Initiatives at a local agency, she currently enjoys sharing with others the many paths to recovery. Madonna serves on the board of the Guilford County chapter of NAMI and is a facilitator for Crisis Intervention Training classes designed for first responders. In her spare time Madonna loves playing tennis, exercising, and traveling.
Certified Peer Support Specialist & Community Liaison
Madonna Campbell-Greer is an Ohio native who moved to North Carolina when she was 10 years old. She’s called Greensboro home for the past 27 years and has enjoyed raising her family here. Madonna is a Certified North Carolina Peer Support Specialist who is experienced in delivering recovery based classes, support groups, and providing one on one peer support. As a nationally certified Mental Health First Aid instructor she offers trainings for both adults and youth, locally and state wide. After formerly serving as the Director of Recovery Initiatives at a local agency, she currently enjoys sharing with others the many paths to recovery. Madonna serves on the board of the Guilford County chapter of NAMI and is a facilitator for Crisis Intervention Training classes designed for first responders. In her spare time Madonna loves playing tennis, exercising, and traveling.
Kristin Cheshire
Clinical Team Leader
Kristin Cheshire is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist with a passion for holistic treatment for individuals of all ages experiencing mental health and substance abuse challenges. Kristin received her bachelors in studio art and psychology and uses her talent for artistic expression as a supplement to her therapeutic interventions. Kristin realized her gift for healing in 2010 when she started working in a psychiatric inpatient hospital. At the hospital she worked with children- adults in crisis to help them recognize what was not working in their life and make changes to cope with life’s challenges. Kristin went back to pursue her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2011 and started studying the effects of trauma on the brain and the link to mental health and substance use disorders. Since then she has been working in several different settings to help people heal from the past, live in the present and look forward to the future. She believes that learning to truly love and forgive yourself is the key to living a fulfilling and purposeful life.
Clinical Team Leader
Kristin Cheshire is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist with a passion for holistic treatment for individuals of all ages experiencing mental health and substance abuse challenges. Kristin received her bachelors in studio art and psychology and uses her talent for artistic expression as a supplement to her therapeutic interventions. Kristin realized her gift for healing in 2010 when she started working in a psychiatric inpatient hospital. At the hospital she worked with children- adults in crisis to help them recognize what was not working in their life and make changes to cope with life’s challenges. Kristin went back to pursue her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2011 and started studying the effects of trauma on the brain and the link to mental health and substance use disorders. Since then she has been working in several different settings to help people heal from the past, live in the present and look forward to the future. She believes that learning to truly love and forgive yourself is the key to living a fulfilling and purposeful life.
Rachael Farlow
High Risk Mental Health Team
Rachael Farlow is a native of Greensboro, NC and received her Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies from UNC-Chapel Hill. She worked in Sports Marketing for five years before changing careers out of an earnest desire to impact the lives of others. She received her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC-G. Rachael works with clients who have a number of presenting concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, and enjoys helping clients heal and grow. In her free time, Rachael is very active in her church and enjoys traveling, taking walks with friends, and reading books.
High Risk Mental Health Team
Rachael Farlow is a native of Greensboro, NC and received her Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies from UNC-Chapel Hill. She worked in Sports Marketing for five years before changing careers out of an earnest desire to impact the lives of others. She received her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC-G. Rachael works with clients who have a number of presenting concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, and enjoys helping clients heal and grow. In her free time, Rachael is very active in her church and enjoys traveling, taking walks with friends, and reading books.
Melanie Garner
Advocate and Outcomes Coordinator
Melanie is a Greensboro native and received a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology and Child and Family Studies from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Melanie worked as a teacher for the past eleven years at Guilford Park Presbyterian Church and Guilford County Schools, with extensive experience working with children and families. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. As an active member of her community, she volunteers with the Community Theater of Greensboro and the school system.
Advocate and Outcomes Coordinator
Melanie is a Greensboro native and received a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology and Child and Family Studies from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Melanie worked as a teacher for the past eleven years at Guilford Park Presbyterian Church and Guilford County Schools, with extensive experience working with children and families. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. As an active member of her community, she volunteers with the Community Theater of Greensboro and the school system.
Dr. Kelly Graves
Director and Co-Founder
Born in Chicago, Dr. Graves is the co-founder and volunteer Director of the Kellin Foundation. She is a licensed psychologist in the state of North Carolina. After serving as a tenured Associate Professor for a combined almost 16 years at UNCG and North Carolina A&T, Dr. Graves decided to pursue her passion of bridging research and practice by hanging up her academia hat to build a community-based behavioral health center. Since that time, the Kellin Foundation has been named a partner with the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) for its expertise in community-based trauma recovery for children and families. Dr. Graves is a consultant with the United States Department of Justice and has been invited to the White House under the Obama Administration to participate in think tank efforts around building community resiliency. She is also a training consultant with the UNC-CH School of Social Work’s AHEC Training Partnership. She has successfully implemented dozens of large-scale grants totally over $10 million dollars focused on community change, and is an accomplished scholar with dozens of peer-reviewed publications, books, and book chapters. She co-developed the Greensboro Child Response Initiative, which is nationally-recognized model by the US Department of Justice for best practices in responding to children exposed to violence. Her awards include the American Psychological Association Division 56 Trauma award, the Triad Business Journal Top 40 Leaders Under 40 award, named as a Top Psychologist award with the International Association of Health Care Professionals, and several others. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family and friends, cheering on her favorite sports teams, and reading.
Director and Co-Founder
Born in Chicago, Dr. Graves is the co-founder and volunteer Director of the Kellin Foundation. She is a licensed psychologist in the state of North Carolina. After serving as a tenured Associate Professor for a combined almost 16 years at UNCG and North Carolina A&T, Dr. Graves decided to pursue her passion of bridging research and practice by hanging up her academia hat to build a community-based behavioral health center. Since that time, the Kellin Foundation has been named a partner with the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) for its expertise in community-based trauma recovery for children and families. Dr. Graves is a consultant with the United States Department of Justice and has been invited to the White House under the Obama Administration to participate in think tank efforts around building community resiliency. She is also a training consultant with the UNC-CH School of Social Work’s AHEC Training Partnership. She has successfully implemented dozens of large-scale grants totally over $10 million dollars focused on community change, and is an accomplished scholar with dozens of peer-reviewed publications, books, and book chapters. She co-developed the Greensboro Child Response Initiative, which is nationally-recognized model by the US Department of Justice for best practices in responding to children exposed to violence. Her awards include the American Psychological Association Division 56 Trauma award, the Triad Business Journal Top 40 Leaders Under 40 award, named as a Top Psychologist award with the International Association of Health Care Professionals, and several others. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family and friends, cheering on her favorite sports teams, and reading.
Stephanie Johnson
Child and Family Advocate (CRI)
Stephanie Johnson is a native of Long Island, New York, and currently resides in Greensboro, NC. She has two adult children, Fatima and Tyron. Stephanie holds a Master’s degrees in Social Work from Stony Brook University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Community and Human Service from Empire State University. During her career, Stephanie has held several positions that have afforded her the vast knowledge of advocating for children and families. She brings over 10 years of extensive experience of providing community and mental health services to children and families; most recently as a Family Centered Specialist. Stephanie has always had a passion and a commitment for helping people. She has served on several related advisory councils and committees. She has previously worked as Director of Community Organizing for an at-risk youth agency, as a certified parent advocate, and she has done extensive volunteer work with victims of domestic violence. Stephanie loves being involved with the children at her church where she is the Youth Director. She is also an adjunct professor at Apex School of Theology’s Greensboro Site. Stephanie is excited to have the opportunity to blend her personal and professional experience with the Child Response Initiative team to continue advocating for, and empowering children and families so that they can enjoy the wonderful and safe lives they deserve.
Child and Family Advocate (CRI)
Stephanie Johnson is a native of Long Island, New York, and currently resides in Greensboro, NC. She has two adult children, Fatima and Tyron. Stephanie holds a Master’s degrees in Social Work from Stony Brook University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Community and Human Service from Empire State University. During her career, Stephanie has held several positions that have afforded her the vast knowledge of advocating for children and families. She brings over 10 years of extensive experience of providing community and mental health services to children and families; most recently as a Family Centered Specialist. Stephanie has always had a passion and a commitment for helping people. She has served on several related advisory councils and committees. She has previously worked as Director of Community Organizing for an at-risk youth agency, as a certified parent advocate, and she has done extensive volunteer work with victims of domestic violence. Stephanie loves being involved with the children at her church where she is the Youth Director. She is also an adjunct professor at Apex School of Theology’s Greensboro Site. Stephanie is excited to have the opportunity to blend her personal and professional experience with the Child Response Initiative team to continue advocating for, and empowering children and families so that they can enjoy the wonderful and safe lives they deserve.
Emily Lewis
Referrals Assistant
Emily is originally from Virginia but moved to Greensboro to attend Greensboro College. She is graduating this May 2020 with her degree in Psychology and minors in Sociology and Humanities. She has been playing on the Greensboro's Women's Soccer team 2016-2020. She will pursue her Masters in Social Work next fall. She hopes to work as a Clinical Social Worker once she is done with school
Referrals Assistant
Emily is originally from Virginia but moved to Greensboro to attend Greensboro College. She is graduating this May 2020 with her degree in Psychology and minors in Sociology and Humanities. She has been playing on the Greensboro's Women's Soccer team 2016-2020. She will pursue her Masters in Social Work next fall. She hopes to work as a Clinical Social Worker once she is done with school
Cynthia McSwain
Clinical Team Leader
Cynthia McSwain is a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate and a National Certified Counselor, who is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified Anger Management Treatment Professional. She specializes in adults who have experienced sexual abuse and/or sexual assault. Cynthia graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2014 with a MS in Clinical Mental Health. She has worked with clients with a diverse range of diagnosis including, but not limited to, Bipolar 1, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociate Identity Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Cynthia grew up in 7 countries and has resided in North Carolina since 2000. She advocates for the prevention, intervention and discontinuation of abuse for both humans and animals via social media, research, paintings, and public speaking. Cynthia empowers her clients with coping skills that match their style and daily schedules and has a dedication to working through the process of valuing self while healing from past and current challenges. Cynthia believes in empowerment for clients to move beyond just surviving, but so they can thrive.
Clinical Team Leader
Cynthia McSwain is a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate and a National Certified Counselor, who is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified Anger Management Treatment Professional. She specializes in adults who have experienced sexual abuse and/or sexual assault. Cynthia graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2014 with a MS in Clinical Mental Health. She has worked with clients with a diverse range of diagnosis including, but not limited to, Bipolar 1, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociate Identity Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Cynthia grew up in 7 countries and has resided in North Carolina since 2000. She advocates for the prevention, intervention and discontinuation of abuse for both humans and animals via social media, research, paintings, and public speaking. Cynthia empowers her clients with coping skills that match their style and daily schedules and has a dedication to working through the process of valuing self while healing from past and current challenges. Cynthia believes in empowerment for clients to move beyond just surviving, but so they can thrive.
Jessi Matlock
Clinician
Jessi Matlock is a trauma-informed licensed clinical mental health counselor associate who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families to achieve holistic wellness. Jessi works as part of the NCTSN project to serve both English and Spanish speaking communities at the Kellin Foundation. Jessi is passionate about meeting individuals and families where they are in their journey and walking alongside them to heal from their experiences and use their personal strengths to grow. Clinically, Jessi uses a blend of therapeutic approaches to create individualistic care while also providing evidenced based treatment.
Clinician
Jessi Matlock is a trauma-informed licensed clinical mental health counselor associate who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families to achieve holistic wellness. Jessi works as part of the NCTSN project to serve both English and Spanish speaking communities at the Kellin Foundation. Jessi is passionate about meeting individuals and families where they are in their journey and walking alongside them to heal from their experiences and use their personal strengths to grow. Clinically, Jessi uses a blend of therapeutic approaches to create individualistic care while also providing evidenced based treatment.
Pamela Morford
Finance and Grants Manager
Pam Morford is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where she was a CPA, working in both public accounting and industry. She relocated to Greensboro several years ago to be near her two daughters and grandchildren. With her accounting background, Pam is currently performing the role of Finance and Grants Manager at Kellin Foundation. In her spare time, Pam volunteers as a program scheduler for her church’s radio station. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, reading and traveling. Pam is passionate about sighthound rescue, which is evidenced by the greyhound and three whippets who share her home.
Finance and Grants Manager
Pam Morford is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where she was a CPA, working in both public accounting and industry. She relocated to Greensboro several years ago to be near her two daughters and grandchildren. With her accounting background, Pam is currently performing the role of Finance and Grants Manager at Kellin Foundation. In her spare time, Pam volunteers as a program scheduler for her church’s radio station. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, reading and traveling. Pam is passionate about sighthound rescue, which is evidenced by the greyhound and three whippets who share her home.
Sue K. Spidell
Clinician, Clinical Supervisor
A native of Pennsylvania, Sue has lived in Greensboro for over 30 years, and considers Greensboro her home. She earned her B.S. degree in Business Administration from UNC-Greensboro and then her MSW degree from the Joint Masters of Social Work program at UNC-G/NCA&T. Sue brings over 16 years of experience, working at Family Service of the Piedmont with programs dedicated to reducing child abuse and neglect. She obtained her Licensed Clinical Social Worker designation as well as Clinical Social Work Supervision Certificate and has provided supervision to LCSW-A’s for the past 13 years. In addition to her work with individuals, children and families, she has been an adjunct professor with the JMSW program. She maintained a private practice as well, working with clients experiencing trauma, grief, depression and anxiety.
Clinician, Clinical Supervisor
A native of Pennsylvania, Sue has lived in Greensboro for over 30 years, and considers Greensboro her home. She earned her B.S. degree in Business Administration from UNC-Greensboro and then her MSW degree from the Joint Masters of Social Work program at UNC-G/NCA&T. Sue brings over 16 years of experience, working at Family Service of the Piedmont with programs dedicated to reducing child abuse and neglect. She obtained her Licensed Clinical Social Worker designation as well as Clinical Social Work Supervision Certificate and has provided supervision to LCSW-A’s for the past 13 years. In addition to her work with individuals, children and families, she has been an adjunct professor with the JMSW program. She maintained a private practice as well, working with clients experiencing trauma, grief, depression and anxiety.
McKenzie Stenberg
Office Manager
McKenzie was born in Minnesota, and at age 5, moved to Wisconsin. McKenzie has always strived to help people in whatever way possible which led her to earn her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies through the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She also obtained her social work certification and license and began a 9 1/2 year career as a county social worker for Eau Claire County in west-central Wisconsin. She worked primarily with at-risk youth in the juvenile justice system but also for child protective services and assessments/investigations. In May of 2017, McKenzie and her husband packed up their lives and moved south to Greensboro. In November of 2017, McKenzie chose to leave her senior social work investigative position with Forsyth county to be more available for her husband and two small kids. Her career shift led her towards focusing on the administrative field where her knowledge of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma could blend with her supportive and organizational skills. In McKenzie’s free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family on a hike or at the beach, going to movies, and traveling.
Office Manager
McKenzie was born in Minnesota, and at age 5, moved to Wisconsin. McKenzie has always strived to help people in whatever way possible which led her to earn her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies through the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She also obtained her social work certification and license and began a 9 1/2 year career as a county social worker for Eau Claire County in west-central Wisconsin. She worked primarily with at-risk youth in the juvenile justice system but also for child protective services and assessments/investigations. In May of 2017, McKenzie and her husband packed up their lives and moved south to Greensboro. In November of 2017, McKenzie chose to leave her senior social work investigative position with Forsyth county to be more available for her husband and two small kids. Her career shift led her towards focusing on the administrative field where her knowledge of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma could blend with her supportive and organizational skills. In McKenzie’s free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family on a hike or at the beach, going to movies, and traveling.
Lisa Taylor
Child and Family Advocate
Born in New Jersey, Lisa Taylor relocated to Greensboro, North Carolina to continue her education. Lisa obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from A&T State University and then pursued her Master’s in Social Work Degree from the University of South Carolina, Columbia.
As a Child and Family Advocate her style encompasses an integrative approach with clients. Her unique approach with clients also incorporates principles which help individuals gain a deeper understanding of their emotional patterns and increase the use of mindfulness in their daily lives. Her responsibilities as an advocate include helping clients who have been exposed to violence and trauma find behavioral health services and community resources with local partners as needed. Her ultimate vision is to empower, strengthen, guide, and equip individuals with integrity, identity, and self-sufficiency in order to build their self-esteem.
Child and Family Advocate
Born in New Jersey, Lisa Taylor relocated to Greensboro, North Carolina to continue her education. Lisa obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from A&T State University and then pursued her Master’s in Social Work Degree from the University of South Carolina, Columbia.
As a Child and Family Advocate her style encompasses an integrative approach with clients. Her unique approach with clients also incorporates principles which help individuals gain a deeper understanding of their emotional patterns and increase the use of mindfulness in their daily lives. Her responsibilities as an advocate include helping clients who have been exposed to violence and trauma find behavioral health services and community resources with local partners as needed. Her ultimate vision is to empower, strengthen, guide, and equip individuals with integrity, identity, and self-sufficiency in order to build their self-esteem.
Jaclyn Tyson
High Risk Mental Health Team
Jaclyn Tyson is a licensed clinical social worker associate. Originally from New Jersey, Jackie received her BA in Sociology from New Jersey City University, and her Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University. She has years of experience working with communities, families, and individuals in the field of substance abuse prevention and maternal health. She also is an adjunct professor at Bennett College. Jackie utilizes her knowledge in public health and social work to provide an integrative framework in her approach with clients. She is excited to be working with individuals and families as they become empowered and heal from their trauma. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and continuing to learn.
High Risk Mental Health Team
Jaclyn Tyson is a licensed clinical social worker associate. Originally from New Jersey, Jackie received her BA in Sociology from New Jersey City University, and her Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University. She has years of experience working with communities, families, and individuals in the field of substance abuse prevention and maternal health. She also is an adjunct professor at Bennett College. Jackie utilizes her knowledge in public health and social work to provide an integrative framework in her approach with clients. She is excited to be working with individuals and families as they become empowered and heal from their trauma. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and continuing to learn.
Caleb Turmel
Clinical Team Leader
Caleb Turmel is a licensed clinical mental health counselor with experience in solution focused counseling and case management developed while working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital in Winston Salem. Caleb is skilled in using trauma informed care techniques and Dialictical Behavior Therapy for helping clients make real changes and heal from past trauma. Caleb originally moved to Greensboro in 2008 to attend UNC Greensboro for his undergraduate degree, and has stayed in Greensboro ever since. Caleb has a BS in Environmental Biology and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from NC A&T State University. Caleb believes in being a life long learner, and enjoys learning new skills and concepts every day.
Clinical Team Leader
Caleb Turmel is a licensed clinical mental health counselor with experience in solution focused counseling and case management developed while working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital in Winston Salem. Caleb is skilled in using trauma informed care techniques and Dialictical Behavior Therapy for helping clients make real changes and heal from past trauma. Caleb originally moved to Greensboro in 2008 to attend UNC Greensboro for his undergraduate degree, and has stayed in Greensboro ever since. Caleb has a BS in Environmental Biology and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from NC A&T State University. Caleb believes in being a life long learner, and enjoys learning new skills and concepts every day.
Lylan Wingfield
Deputy Director and Clinical Team Leader
Lylan Wingfield is a WV native that moved to the "big" city of Greensboro 11 years ago. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Sociology/Anthropology and Psychology from Washington and Lee University, and her Masters in Community Counseling from the University of North Carolina - Greensboro. Mrs. Wingfield has years of experience working in the field of community mental health and addictions counseling in local non-profit agencies. She specializes in working with adolescents and adults facing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns. She loves helping individuals and families to find and develop their own path for recovery and success. In her free time, Mrs. Wingfield spends time with her family and their rambunctious dogs, exploring local hiking trails, and traveling.
Deputy Director and Clinical Team Leader
Lylan Wingfield is a WV native that moved to the "big" city of Greensboro 11 years ago. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Sociology/Anthropology and Psychology from Washington and Lee University, and her Masters in Community Counseling from the University of North Carolina - Greensboro. Mrs. Wingfield has years of experience working in the field of community mental health and addictions counseling in local non-profit agencies. She specializes in working with adolescents and adults facing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns. She loves helping individuals and families to find and develop their own path for recovery and success. In her free time, Mrs. Wingfield spends time with her family and their rambunctious dogs, exploring local hiking trails, and traveling.
Current and Past Student Interns
Lindsey Grossman (2020) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Doctoral Student
Hannah Williamson (2020) - Greensboro College, Undergraduate Student
Brittany Briceno (2019-2020) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Masters Student
Shakeera Taylor (2019-2020) - UNCG and North Carolina A&T State University Joint Masters in Social Work, Masters Student
Jessica Thompson (2019-2020) - Winthrop University, Masters Student
Mariam Reid (2019) - UNCG Middle College
Nayleny Banda (2019) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Madeline Bonner (2019) - UNCG and North Carolina A&T State University Joint Masters in Social Work
Ayana Byrd (2019) - North Carolina A&T State University
Emily Lewis (2019) - Greensboro College
Alexa Rehling (2019) - Greensboro College
Brenna Farley (2019) -Louisiana State
Rachael Farlow (2018-2019) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Claire Boykiw (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Katie Catton (2016-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Annia Cuebas Colon (2015-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Ashlyn Markosky (2017) - Elon University
Eileen Martin (2016-2017) - University of New England
Jessi Matlock (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Amber Molson (2016-2017) - North Carolina Central University
Meghann Wilkens (2017) - Western New Mexico University
Hannah Williamson (2020) - Greensboro College, Undergraduate Student
Brittany Briceno (2019-2020) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Masters Student
Shakeera Taylor (2019-2020) - UNCG and North Carolina A&T State University Joint Masters in Social Work, Masters Student
Jessica Thompson (2019-2020) - Winthrop University, Masters Student
Mariam Reid (2019) - UNCG Middle College
Nayleny Banda (2019) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Madeline Bonner (2019) - UNCG and North Carolina A&T State University Joint Masters in Social Work
Ayana Byrd (2019) - North Carolina A&T State University
Emily Lewis (2019) - Greensboro College
Alexa Rehling (2019) - Greensboro College
Brenna Farley (2019) -Louisiana State
Rachael Farlow (2018-2019) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Claire Boykiw (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Katie Catton (2016-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Annia Cuebas Colon (2015-2017) - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Ashlyn Markosky (2017) - Elon University
Eileen Martin (2016-2017) - University of New England
Jessi Matlock (2017-2018) - University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Amber Molson (2016-2017) - North Carolina Central University
Meghann Wilkens (2017) - Western New Mexico University
In Memory Of
Lindy Beauregard, QFE
Mrs. Lindy Beauregard, who was a fearless and passionate advocate for children and families in Greensboro, North Carolina. Lindy was an inspiration to all who knew her and believed that all children deserve to live and thrive in safe, nurturing environments. She was a firm believer in the beauty and wonder of childhood.
Lindy is the "LIN" in Kellin. Her presence and strength continues to radiate throughout the Kellin Foundation. Lindy gained her wings on December 19, 2013, 3 months after the Kellin Foundation was officially established. Thank you Lindy for your life and legacy.
Mrs. Lindy Beauregard, who was a fearless and passionate advocate for children and families in Greensboro, North Carolina. Lindy was an inspiration to all who knew her and believed that all children deserve to live and thrive in safe, nurturing environments. She was a firm believer in the beauty and wonder of childhood.
Lindy is the "LIN" in Kellin. Her presence and strength continues to radiate throughout the Kellin Foundation. Lindy gained her wings on December 19, 2013, 3 months after the Kellin Foundation was officially established. Thank you Lindy for your life and legacy.
Mandy Ireland Ward, MA
Mandy Ward graduated with a Master's in Sociology with a Criminology concentration from the
University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Mrs. Ward worked for Kellin, PLLC and the Kellin Foundation
serving as a Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer, as project coordinator and client navigator for the
Greensboro HEALS project, and as a child and family advocate with the Greensboro Child Response
Initiative (CRI). Mrs. Ward had a wide-range of experience working with community-based programs and law enforcement agencies doing program evaluation, training and technical assistance, and program implementation primarily focused on evidence based practices, trauma-informed care, and ways to increase successful outcomes
among young people. In her free time, Mandy enjoyed being outdoors, running, and spending time with
her husband, family, and friends. Mandy gained her wings on October 1, 2016, when delivering her 7 month old beautiful baby girl, Ava Lynn. Mandy will be missed dearly and will forever be a part of the Kellin family.
Mandy Ward graduated with a Master's in Sociology with a Criminology concentration from the
University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Mrs. Ward worked for Kellin, PLLC and the Kellin Foundation
serving as a Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer, as project coordinator and client navigator for the
Greensboro HEALS project, and as a child and family advocate with the Greensboro Child Response
Initiative (CRI). Mrs. Ward had a wide-range of experience working with community-based programs and law enforcement agencies doing program evaluation, training and technical assistance, and program implementation primarily focused on evidence based practices, trauma-informed care, and ways to increase successful outcomes
among young people. In her free time, Mandy enjoyed being outdoors, running, and spending time with
her husband, family, and friends. Mandy gained her wings on October 1, 2016, when delivering her 7 month old beautiful baby girl, Ava Lynn. Mandy will be missed dearly and will forever be a part of the Kellin family.