Future Promise’s board guides our efforts to create a community where every child has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Our board is made up of leaders in education, science, technology, and international affairs. Their vision helps to direct our mission and strategy.

Katrina Coleman

Katrina, a graduate of Delaware State University with a Master’s of Science Degree in Social work, is an advocate for education, and social development within the city of Wilmington.

Katrina Coleman, MSW

Chair, US Board Member

Michael Cannon

Michael, an Associate Scientist at Janssen Pharmaceuticals, is a Biology and Society graduate of Cornell University and currently a Doctoral Candidate at Temple University.

Michael O. Cannon

Chair, US Board Member

Stephanie Jones

Stephanie, a lead teacher at Life Christian Academy, earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Women’s Studies and is currently working towards an Master of Education Degree.

Stephanie Jones

Chair, US Board Member At Large

Jonathan Barley-Alexander

Jonathan, a Japanese Studies and International Relations graduate of Gettysburg University, is fluent in the Japanese language teaching ESL in Tokyo, Japan.

Jonathan Barley-Alexander

Chair, International Board Member

OUR IMPACT

WITHIN OUR FIRST 12 MONTHS

379

BACK-PACKS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES PROVIDED

21

ENROLLED IN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM

264

MEALS PROVIDED TO HOMELESS FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN

42

VOLUNTEERS SUPPORTING OUR MISSION AND PROGRAMS

Future Promises Foundation addresses the need for youth development, after-school programming, and community engagement of the low-income children and families throughout New Castle County but primarily in the city of Wilmington.