About

My passion has always been helping children who have been overlooked, underserved, or placed in difficult situations feel seen, valued, and loved. Growing up in a family that welcomed foster children into our home, I learned early on the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment for young people who simply need someone to believe in them.

Through Mama T’s Cooking with Teens, I’ve been able to combine that passion with one of my greatest love languages—cooking. What began as a simple idea has grown into an opportunity to teach much more than food preparation. Around the kitchen table, teens learn confidence, responsibility, practical life skills, and the understanding that the choices they make today can shape the lives they build tomorrow.

I believe the table is one of the most powerful places in a person’s life. It is where conversations happen, relationships are built, and people feel a sense of belonging. Through cooking, mentorship, and genuine connection, my goal is to help young people discover their worth, recognize their potential, and develop the skills they need to thrive.

My faith is at the heart of everything I do. I strive to follow the example of Jesus in how I love, serve, and encourage others, creating spaces where youth can experience hope, truth, purpose, and unconditional care.

Together with my family, I am committed to answering God’s call to serve others and to planting seeds that will positively impact lives for generations to come.