It takes a TEAM to build a Village

 Janelle Fetterson McEachin was born in Charlotte, NC. As a child she had a love for teaching and knew that would be her destiny. Since her teenage years, Janelle has worked with youth and children. Janelle has served children and families in various capacities. She has been a camp counselor, camp director, schoolteacher, school administrator, and so much more. Her passion is helping young people dream and do life big. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She also received a Graduate Teaching Certificate from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Currently Janelle is a teacher in the United Arab Emirates. Though she is currently abroad, we are sure Janelle will help us continue to have an impact in and around our community. 

With a B.A. in Business & Accounting and extensive experience in financial management, I play a key role in reviewing and approving strategic grant proposals, ensuring that funding aligns with the company’s philanthropic goals. I oversee the Corporate and Foundation grant process, from initial grant review to wire payments, ensuring compliance with audit standards and fostering meaningful partnerships with nonprofit organizations.

In addition to my financial expertise, I bring a savviness for event planning to my work. I’ve successfully planned and coordinated corporate events, social gatherings, and weddings, seamlessly handling everything from budgeting and logistics to vendor relations. This combination of financial acumen and event planning skills allows me to deliver both sound financial guidance and memorable, well-executed events.

With A Master of Science (MS) in Health Administration, Lorinda is prepared and experienced for leadership and administrative roles. With focusing on the finance and management aspects of  Non Profit organizations Lorinda's experience  is an asset to Youth & Teen Renovations.  Lorinda also has over a combined 15 years of working with youth and the IDD popuation.

 "This is such a creative and beautiful contribution for our future generations. " Gieselia Baker-Global Women for Business;  

 "Passionate staff with helpful resources for families." -Katherine Jackson BGCA;  

"Youth & Teen Renovation is one of the finest organization I've come across thus far, there ability to services the community is by far one of the most inspiring organizations the community has experienced in such along time. The generosity and compassion shown throughout is just a stellar to the community. Thank you for all you do to help inspiring the youth!! Much continued success and I look forward to working along side you guys sometime in the future. " -Shenequa Dupree - Children's Book  Author