Connecting Communities
Find hope, purpose, and community at After Church Connections Church.
Connecting Communities
Find hope, purpose, and community at After Church Connections Church.
About After Church Connections
Our Mission
"Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty and create pathways to hope by addressing the critical link between financial hardship and mental health. We are committed to providing resources, education, and support to those struggling with poverty, helping them achieve stability and empowerment. By raising awareness of the emotional and psychological toll that economic insecurity can have, we aim to prevent despair and reduce the risk of suicide in vulnerable communities. Together, we work to foster resilience, restore dignity, and create opportunities for lasting change."
After-Church Connections’ aims to shine a light on the stark financial disparities stemming from both generational and situational poverty, dispelling the damaging myth that individuals in poverty are inherently lazy or unwilling to uplift themselves. Our commitment lies in fostering meaningful connections among people to expand social capital and enhance access to resources, all while providing vital support to prevent the tragic consequences of poverty, including suicide and other perilous acts.
Our History
Cheryl and Chris Williams founded After Church Connections from their personal struggle with poverty, that led to a series of devastating events including a suicide attempt, divorce, and homelessness. The organization’s name reflects that pivotal moment of a suicide attempt post-church service, underscoring the need for continuous support beyond religious gatherings.
Before starting After Church Connections, Cheryl and Chris successfully built and operated a million-dollar daycare business but faced poverty due to financial mismanagement. Their experience revealed the loneliness and shame tied to poverty, exposing gaps in support systems.
Driven by the belief that those who have lived through poverty are best suited to address its challenges, Cheryl and Chris leads a team at After Church Connections that combines education, passion, and firsthand understanding to make a real difference.
Our Leadership Team
Cheryl Williams serves as the Chief Executive Officer
of After Church Connections.
Christopher Williams Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
at After Church
Connections
Atiyah Muhammed Chief Operating Officer (COO)
of After Church Connections
Brilliant & Promise Williams also serve
on the Board of After Church
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