To directly impact the mental, physical, and spiritual of youso that we can be a better family
Our TEAM is here to support your wellbeing as we strive to build up your commitment to self and society while we look to give direction and praise in every moment of your life with the intentions of celebrating every attempt at being your best.
OUR MISSION
Dedicated to aiding in your mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing by creating a safe, educational and nurturing environment.
OUR VISION
Provide safety, permanency, mental stability and education for you by providing mental health counseling and offering a comprehensive, liberating training curriculum that will include teaching responsible roles, money management, job search techniques, educational activities, college and career planning, and supervised independent living.
Each youth that comes into our care refer to us as aunts and uncles and we refer to them as nieces and nephews.Unk’s Place is building a place where we can meet people where they are.
Aunt
An unrelated older woman friend, especially of a child.
UNCLE
An unrelated older male friend, especially of a child.
BREAKING THE MOLD (TOGETHER)...
We Experience
Permanency & Forever Moments
Mending broken hearts and building emotional bridges is what we do best. Our goal is to be the best examples of hope and fulfillment. Forever moments start with the belief of belonging and are reinforced via:
- Personal Milestones and Success
- Community Success
- Educational Success
Board of Directors
Pastor Samuel N. Winston, Jr.
Pastor Samuel N. Winston, Jr. is the Senior Pastor of the 1,000-member Mount Calvary Church in Dayton, Ohio. Pastor Winston has a double Bachelor's Degree; has served on several BOD, including the Miami Valley School; serves his state denominational work as a vice-moderator of the Western Union Baptist Association and as a vice-president of the Ohio Baptist Congress of Christian Education; and has been recognized by Montgomery County Art Works as an OPUS award nominee. As a visionary who is both inspiring and influential, his servant leadership is evident via transforming lives and enhancing the community through the work of the many ministries offered; including over $50,000 in scholarships given; Mount Calvary's Community Festival which feeds thousands each year; domestic and global missions trips; purchase and renovation of a $1.2 million worship facility; development of a youth community center; and being one of the most watched shows on DATV.
Colleen Rasnack
Colleen Rasnack, BOD Vice Chairperson, has worked in the mortgage and loan servicing industry for over fifteen years, providing excellence in customer service, project management and training and development. In addition to an Accounting degree from Sinclair Community College, she is currently enrolled in the Teacher Certification Program at the University of Dayton. Her heart of gold and service minded enthusiasm are demonstrated via a history of exuberant volunteerism, predominantly with youth organizations. Her industrious mentality and unbridled passion drive her to empower Unk's Place with best practices that afford foster youth a secure and nurturing environment where they can feel safe and loved. Currently a resident of Lebanon, Ohio, Colleen grew up in Clark County and has lived in both the Dayton and Columbus, Ohio areas.
Robert Jones
Robert Jones, Secretary of the BOD, is a dynamic, educated professional who prides himself on excellence. His pedigree includes a Master's in Organizational Leadership, Bachelor's in Management, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Health and Human Service Certificate, a resume affording him experience with various economic, social and ethnic backgrounds, along with a perfectionist mentality and a keen sense of organization. He is committed to the vision of Unk's Place and its goal to make positive changes in our most important asset in the world today, our children. He optimistically envisions positive change for the youth that will forever alter their lives for the better; thus making stereotypes into stars, headlines into heroes and tragedies into triumphs.Join the Board of Directors
Would you like to help Unk's Place with your skills? Download the application below to apply for a position on our Board of Directors.
