Board of Directors

Kate Flynn

Deloitte

Board Chair

I am committed to Freedom School Partners because I believe every child in Charlotte deserves access to a joyful, equitable education.

Janaka Bowman Lewis

UNC Charlotte

Board Vice-Chair

I am committed to Freedom School Partners because of the organization’s commitment to educating young scholars through creativity and imagination.

Covell Adams

Structured Finance Association

I believe that literacy is a key to unlocking potential, and I am committed to supporting young readers in their journey.

Tara Agnew Harris

Community Volunteer

I have seen firsthand the impact of Freedom School on scholars’ reading and, more importantly, their confidence.

Kimberly Boulware-Perry

U.S. Patent & Trademark Office

I am passionate about educational equity and believe all children in Charlotte deserve the opportunity to develop their full academic and social potential.

Ann Cho-Taggart

Community Volunteer

I believe that literacy is a cornerstone of education and a fundamental right that every child must have to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Hendrick Ellis

Bank of America

I am committed to Freedom School Partners because early literacy is critical to ensuring children will meet or exceed their full potential academically, personally, and professionally.

Mary Hall

Community Volunteer

The future of our country is dependent on an educated and diverse work force: one that is enriched with a love of reading and dedication to lifelong learning.

Michelle Harley

Fifth Third Bank

I am committed to Freedom School Partners because children deserve the right to supportive reading environments.

Gigi Harris

Community Volunteer

I am committed to Freedom School because every child in our community has a right to a strong and equitable education.

Mary-Margaret Kantor

Smart Start of Mecklenburg County

I am committed to Freedom School because I have dedicated my entire career to ensuring every child gets the best and fullest education possible.

David Lamothe

Wells Fargo

I am passionate about education and the impact it has on kids.

John Lipe

Baird Private Wealth Management

I believe all young people deserve the opportunity to learn, grow, and create extraordinary futures.

Anil Matai

Bank of America

Freedom School Partners creates opportunities for each child to connect to the joy of learning and reading through the power of education.

William Maxwell

Colony Commercial

I wholeheartedly believe in investing in our youth and view literacy as the cornerstone of personal growth and success.

Kimberly Moore-Wright

Truist

I am committed to Freedom School because our scholars are the future of the Charlotte community.

Katie Morgan

MyNextSeason

I am committed to Freedom School Partners because of its positive and lasting impact on children in support of reading as well as core life skills while meeting each child and family where they are.

John Stevenson

Brown Brothers Harriman & Co.

Freedom School clearly creates a uniquely fun environment for learning, with the potential to have a lifelong impact for our scholars.

Raquishela Stewart

CharMeck 311

I am committed to Freedom School Partners because I believe the programming provided will help to build the future for today’s youth.

Burnet Tucker

MyNextSeason

Freedom School provides a one-of-a-kind experience that combines fostering a love of reading with surrounding our scholars and families with love and support.

Brandon Zeigler

Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro

I have experienced the impact of FSP firsthand as an SLI and seen the transformation that occurs in students, families, and communities.