Staff
David Gilkey
Co-Founder & Youth Champion:
Brotherhood
The most inspiring part of my job is seeing our student's lives change.
When I was younger, I was pretty sure I'd be in the NFL.
The most important thing I learned in high school was that it gets you ready for life.
David is a member of the Wichita Gang Coalition and Real Men Real Heroes organization. He was nominated for NAACP Person of the Year 2008 and was a feature presenter at the 2010 Governor's Conference.
(316) 833-3035
[email protected]
Co-Founder & Youth Champion:
Brotherhood
The most inspiring part of my job is seeing our student's lives change.
When I was younger, I was pretty sure I'd be in the NFL.
The most important thing I learned in high school was that it gets you ready for life.
David is a member of the Wichita Gang Coalition and Real Men Real Heroes organization. He was nominated for NAACP Person of the Year 2008 and was a feature presenter at the 2010 Governor's Conference.
(316) 833-3035
[email protected]
Lynn Gilkey
Co-Founder & Youth Champion:
Sisterhood
The most inspiring part of my job is being in a position to make an impact in the lives of our students.
When I was younger, I was pretty sure I'd be the person I needed when I was growing up.
The most important thing I learned in high school was to stay true to yourself and don't be a follower.
(316) 833-3224
[email protected]
Co-Founder & Youth Champion:
Sisterhood
The most inspiring part of my job is being in a position to make an impact in the lives of our students.
When I was younger, I was pretty sure I'd be the person I needed when I was growing up.
The most important thing I learned in high school was to stay true to yourself and don't be a follower.
(316) 833-3224
[email protected]
Bri Houston
Program Coordinator The most inspiring part of my job is providing opportunities that directly impact the youth that we serve through mentorship, community and support. I am passionate about making sure the next generation has all of the core tools necessary to have a full and successful life. When I was younger, I traveled many states as a liturgical dancer performing. Also I was a huge dare devil but then something about having children changes you and now I'm cautious about everything. LOL The most important thing I learned in high school was Its okay not to get it right sometimes, It's part of learning and growing. But don't stay there; get back up, learn from your mistakes and pray. The race is not given to the swift, nor to the strong but to the one who endures to the end. (316) 833-7231 [email protected] |
Chris Tyler
Youth Champion: Brotherhood The most inspiring part of my job is broadening students' horizons on a daily basis. I want students to understand that their circumstances do not dictate their outcomes. When I was younger, I wanted to a be a good reflection of the Wichita community and always be in position to help and empower others. The most important thing I learned in high school was to always be yourself no matter what. Run your own race and remember that education is the key to success! (316) 833-2253 [email protected] |
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Julia Mauldin
Administrative Assistant The most inspiring part of my job is getting a firsthand glimpse at the impact the entire staff makes in each of the students' lives. I love watching them take on the world and confidently using the resources around them. To know that the Rise Up Champions help the students feel unstoppable and have faith that they are capable inspires me! When I was younger, I used my shortcomings as fuel to encourage me to always grow and be better than the day before. The most important thing I learned in high school was to never let go of my drive and that there is always something to learn. Nobody can take our will to succeed away from us (316) 202-0228 [email protected] |
