Meet the Family
The family behind the foundation.
Every seat on our Board of Directors and committees is held by a family member, each giving their time and professional expertise to carry our mission forward.
Board of Directors
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Shirlene Gibbons
Chairperson & Secretary
As an educator, I have always approached my life’s work as the act of investing in future generations. This philosophy anchors my commitment to AFAF, rooted in our shared belief that scholarships and family legacy are both long-term investments that cultivate tomorrow’s leaders.
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A. Baseemah Beasley
Vice Chairperson
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Tracie Shorte
Vice Chairperson
I was born into a family legacy that stood firm on “it takes a village.” I commit myself to being a part of the village that supports and uplifts all youth in their journey to higher education, and I commit to investing in our future.
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Linda Kornegay
Treasurer
Family is a blessing. As one who married into this family, I have witnessed and received their love and support. It was therefore with excitement that I accepted the invitation to be a part of this collective that is devoted to bonding family together through mutual care, patience and forgiveness while additionally uplifting community.
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Tahira Gibbons
Financial Secretary
As an Executive and corporate leader for nearly two decades, my focus has been unlocking human potential and fostering growth. As a Board Member of AFAF, Inc., I dedicate myself to community service, aligning with the foundation’s vision of family commitment and generational legacy, supporting local youth through scholarships, helping them achieve academic and professional success. Investing in families and empowering the next generation is the ultimate legacy for me.
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Jamillah Beasley
Public Relations Officer
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Lorraine K. Gardner
Board Member
Born and raised in the Church, I am a God-Fearing Person. I stand firmly on Family. Respect and Honesty is my Lift.
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Robin Darlene Moultrie
Board Member
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Najah Ya’Sin
Board Member
Scholarship Committee
About the scholarship-
Najah Ya’Sin
Chairperson
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Evelyn Motely
Committee Member
Continuing my family’s legacy of educators is deeply personal to me and a source of pride. Working in the field of education for 42 years, from Preschool to college education allowed me to make a difference in the lives of youth. Serving on the A Family Affair Foundation, Inc. scholarship committee continues to provide an opportunity to invest in our youth’s hopes, dreams and future of becoming our tomorrow’s leaders, while letting them know they are not in it alone. As Maya Angelou said, “When you learn you teach. When you get, you give.”
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Aisha Wallace
Committee Member
Family and education are two of the most important pillars of my life. I believe family extends beyond blood ties to include the friends, mentors, teachers, and community members who shape our journeys and legacies. I align deeply with AFAF’s mission to empower individuals through higher education, recognizing that scholarships do more than support students—they invest in the future of families and communities. To me, that is the true meaning of family: supporting one another, creating opportunities, and building lasting legacies.
Fundraising Committee
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Tahira Gibbons
Co-Chairperson
As an Executive and corporate leader for nearly two decades, my focus has been unlocking human potential and fostering growth. As a Board Member of AFAF, Inc., I dedicate myself to community service, aligning with the foundation’s vision of family commitment and generational legacy, supporting local youth through scholarships, helping them achieve academic and professional success. Investing in families and empowering the next generation is the ultimate legacy for me.
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Jamillah Beasley
Co-Chairperson
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Sharunda Gutierrez
Committee Member
I believe in the power of family, the importance of the next generation, and the strength we find in one another. Family is a place where we can celebrate our wins together, encourage each other through difficult times, and remind one another that we are never alone. My mission is to support, uplift, and help build a strong foundation for the generations to come.
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Ameenah Gibbons
Committee Member
Education has always been part of my family’s legacy, and it’s reflected in my own work in Special Education. AFAF’s mission aligns with my belief that when we support and inspire our youth, we strengthen our future. As Tupac reminded us, sometimes our role is simply to spark the mind that will change the world, and I’m committed to doing just that for the next generation!
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Al-Nisa Hobbs
Committee Member
True empowerment begins with unbreakable roots. My personal mission is dedicated to fortifying family unity, ensuring that the legacy we build today serves as an unshakeable launchpad for the leaders and innovators of tomorrow.
