Making a Difference

HEARTS OF MERCY, INC.

I’m originally from the Washington D.C. metro area and relocated to Central Florida in 2013 after accepting a job opportunity. At that time, I was in need of a lifestyle change—my son had just left for his first year of college in Pennsylvania, and it felt like the perfect moment to start a new chapter.

I was born on December 29, 1971, to Barbara C. (16) and Allen W. (17). Both of my parents struggled with drug addiction, and both passed away far too young—my mother from metastatic stomach cancer caused by breast cancer at age 43, and my father from a drug overdose at 38.

At 14, I went to live with my grandmother, Emma B., and while her home provided some stability, it was also where I endured some of my most challenging childhood experiences. Life has tested me in unimaginable ways—I have survived rape, molestation, single parenting, depression, a suicide attempt, gun violence, and physical, verbal, and mental abuse. Through it all, I’ve emerged resilient, grounded, and determined to make a positive impact. I consider myself a strong tower—a source of strength, understanding, and relatability for others facing life’s challenges.

In 2018, I founded Hearts of Mercy, Inc. (H.O.M.), an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. This dream was the culmination of 18 years of divine prompting, a calling from God that I had once been too afraid and embarrassed to fully embrace. H.O.M. exists to advocate for causes close to my heart: breast cancer, mental health, homelessness, domestic violence, HIV/AIDS, and the US Military. Each ribbon in the H.O.M. logo represents a personal or observed challenge I have faced, and serves as a symbol of hope and perseverance.

Through H.O.M., I provide support, advocacy, and resources for those navigating life’s most difficult moments. My mission is to meet people where they are, listen, and offer practical and emotional support with compassion and integrity. Every event, initiative, and outreach program we undertake is rooted in the belief that no one should have to face life’s battles alone.

I’m proud of the work H.O.M. is doing and the lives we touch every day. My journey has been shaped by loss, trauma, and survival, but it has also instilled in me a relentless drive to uplift others and build a community of hope, mercy, and resilience.

Welcome to Hearts of Mercy and may God bless you on your journey.

**OUR PANTRY IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED**

We provide assistance in research and make the appropriate referrals to the agencies that can assist individuals when we cannot.

HEARTBEAT RELIEF

With the support of our community H.O.M. launched a service called Heartbeat Relief.  Heartbeat Relief allows us to provide basic essential hygiene products from our wall pantry to individuals experiencing hardships. As an extension of Heartbeat Relief, heartbeats are able to request assistance with having documents copied, printed, scanned, or emailed at no cost for the first 6 pages. Thereafter there's a production donation of $.06 per page.

 *SUSPENDED* Microphone Check Condom Concierge service is a FREE discreet condom home delivery service.  H.O.M. has partnered with A.H.F. to help the fight against STI's and unplanned pregnancies worldwide.  LoVe & IcoN are a premium brand of latex condoms.  To order your supply by mail email us at heartsofmercy.cfl@gmail.com  

H.O.M. is constantly building partnerships with other agencies to provide specialty services.

CERTIFICATIONS and LICENSES

• Guardian Advocate Certified
• QPR Gatekeeper Certified
• CPR Certified
•  HIV/AIDS Awareness and Prevention - Certified 
• FDOH HIV/AIDS 500 Basics Certified

Our mission here at H.O.M. is to connect with and support men, women, and children who have been affected directly or indirectly by HIV/Aids, Breast Cancer, Mental Health, Homelessness, or Domestic Violence.  We understand when adversity rears its ugly head that there's no time to worry about the little things.  WE'VE GOT YOU!  

Our primary goal is to relieve you of some of your everyday stresses through faith and understanding. We want to be an anchoring presence in your life, holding a space for those who choose to reveal their broken pieces.  We want to share the power of grace and truth as you unravel into the best version of yourself.  At H.O.M. we encourage and support these individuals through their triumphs, hardships, and everything in between.  We promise to always inspire others through a quiet inner strength.  

The one thing we ask all our H.O.M. heartbeats to remember "When LIFE gets too hard to stand, KNEEL."

WE ARE A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE U.S. MILITARY.