Cheryl Crawford-Gore is a dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience in Early Childhood Programs across both private and public sectors. She has served as a preschool director, family service worker, parent educator, and after-school director in Chapel Hill, NC. A proud Detroit native, Cheryl has deep historical ties to her hometown.

A lifelong musician, she has performed with top gospel and jazz artists in Detroit, balancing her career with family life. Ordained in the gospel ministry for three decades, Cheryl is deeply committed to supporting marginalized communities, including those facing mental health challenges and trauma. She cherishes time with her husband and family, values simplicity, and lives by Myles Munroe’s wisdom: “If you want to be a success, do not seek success, but seek to be a person of value.”