Who We Are

Tracy is the soul of TEF. She is the main outreach organizer, case manager to clients in need, develops trust with clients by spending quality one-on-one time with each of them; learning their stories, where they come from, and where they wish to go. Being a recovering alcoholic and experiencing homelessness herself, she has qualifications that make her a true leader at TEF. Tracy is our main spokesperson with local county authorities (Dekalb and Chamblee Police Departments, other non-profit cross-collaboration).

Every waking minute outside of her job is poured into TEF. She founded TEF in 2018 but her heart has always been for those in need. Her networking skills to obtain resources is excellent, but what she truly shines at is loving our clients “where they are” and developing trust to move them further into recovery and a “good life.”

Allen oversees The Elizabeth Foundation ’s Board, coordinates resources for clients including harm reduction, counseling, resources for mental health issues. He also builds relationships with other agencies to reach The Elizabeth Foundation ’s goals and bonds with our clients on a personal level based on his social worker background.

Allen works as a primary therapist at Southeast Addiction Center in Norcross, GA, and sees individual clients at Heartwork Counseling Center in Decatur. He is also a musician, playing in various bands around Atlanta.

Marie manages many aspects of The Elizabeth Foundation programs including coordinating donations/meals, enlisting volunteers, client engagement, outreach, and temporary-to-permanent housing. Marie and her husband Mike’s philosophy is a desire to be the hands and feet of God by serving those in need.

Marie has learned many things watching Tracy’s interactions with those in need. Some of the more important points are building strong ties with clients, spending time with clients, and developing trust which creates a win-win environment for a path to success.

Donald oversees the operational activities for The Elizabeth Foundation. He is mission driven and growth focused with 15+ years of success strategizing sustainable organizational growth and enhancing enterprise-wide performance.

Donald and his wife Kristi have a passion for those in need and his background serves him well as The Elizabeth Foundation Treasurer.

With 20+ years in the U.S. Air Force, Bob brings a great discipline to the Foundation. As Secretary, he is responsible for all things administrative of board management to ensure each meeting is smooth and productive. Bob is also very active as a Foundation volunteer and serves each week in program outreach. Organizing donation drives with his church and local non-profits, Bob is a great asset to our team.

John manages weekly outreach of harm reduction supplies to provide for clients, research new opportunities for agency partnerships, and conducts research for new resources for The Elizabeth Foundation. John is a devoted intern at The Elizabeth Foundation and is working on his degree in social work. He is excellent at building relationships with The Elizabeth Foundation clients, learning their stories and providing basic harm reduction supplies on a weekly basis.

Jennifer Kelly is a licensed clinical social worker based in Georgia with years of experience in providing mental health services. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Georgia, where she gained the skills and knowledge needed to work with individuals, families, and groups in a clinical setting. Jennifer has worked in various settings such as state social service programs, the felony judicial system, hospitals, and individual therapy providing counseling, mitigation, advocacy, and support to people struggling with mental health, substance abuse and social/resource inequity issues.

Currently faculty in the medical school at Emory University, Sarah previously spent several years as a social worker in hospice and palliative care. Her research focuses on identifying, understanding, and improving the experiences of people facing structural inequities at end of life. She is especially interested in research efforts to address the serious illness needs of people who live on the street. Sarah began volunteering with The Elizabeth Foundation’s weekly outreach program, providing food and hygiene supplies, and supporting harm reduction efforts. Truly moved by the dedication of The Elizabeth Foundation’s volunteers and the organization’s recognition that simply showing up for people can save lives, Sarah has kept coming back.

Fletcher and his father own Do-It-Yourself Pest Control which has developed a strong relationship with the Elizabeth Foundation and helps in areas such as community outreach, jobs and funding. Fletcher brings an eager drive to help the Elizabeth Foundation continue its successful path forward. Fletcher is new to this type of social work but has developed a quick passion for the cause and follows the footsteps of Tracy and the other members of the board.