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"What we do by ourselves matters;
What we do together really makes the difference".

Yes We Can Johnston County Coalition, Inc.
A Coalition of Concerned Citizens

The Yes We Can Johnston County Coalition (YWCJCC) is a young diversified non-partisan organization formed by a group of
Johnston County Concerned Citizens on November 19, 2008. It was State chartered on February 10, 2009 and qualified on the
same date as a charitable non-profit organization under IRS Regulation 501(c)(3). As such, the Coalition accepts contributions
which are tax deductible to the donor. Our membership numbers 135 with all evidence of growing into a large and meaningful
organization for Johnston County citizens.

We consider ourselves as agents of social change as we aim to break down barriers of inequality in resources and services and
attempt to fill some of these gaps. Who we are, what we are, where we are, and where we came from really does not matter in view
of our belief that we all are creatures of the same God, born equal, and entitled to the same life opportunities.

Our Vision is Clear -- Through a spirit of unity and diversification, all citizens will have resources available to lead a meaningful life.

Our Values are Simple -- We believe that all citizens are created equal and that they desire and should have the same life
opportunities. We further believe that all citizens have the desire and dedication to help their fellow citizens achieve a meaningful
life.

Our Mission is Pure -- To improve the quality of life for Johnston County citizens by influencing social change to assure that resources
are equally available to all.

Through your help, we envision the YWCJCC as becoming the leading non-profit organization in Johnston County helping its needy
and less fortunate citizens. Accordingly, it will serve as the following:

YES WE CAN Johnston County Coalition, Inc.
Post Office Box 1016
Clayton, North Carolina 27528-1016
919-550-0614
Email: information@yeswecanjccoalition.com

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the “Information Highway” leading our citizens by the most direct route to their destination,
that being the available resource, service, or program they need;

the “Vehicle” creating and supporting services to fill some of the gaps through contributions
which will fund educational scholarships for needy college bound high school seniors, and by
means of grants to establish after-school recreational and tutorial services for youth;

all of which are"Driven” by a group of dedicated Coalition volunteers with the spirit and
understanding that...

What we do by ourselves matters; What we do together really makes the difference.
When we Give, We Get Back.

COME JOIN US, BECOME A MEMBER!

Website Updated: 02/02/10
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Additional Food Resource
Angel Food Ministries

WAYS TO HELP HAITI

Check out Members Corner

As a non-profit organization, the YWCJCC is dependent upon the generousity of the
Johnston County Citizens.

A GENERAL CONTRIBUTION FORM to help the YWCJCC sustain and develop new programs,
and to offset operational expenses is located HERE.

A SCHOLARSHIP CONTRIBUTION FORM to help the YWCJCC sustain the Scholarship Program
for needy high school seniors may be found HERE.

All contributions are tax deductible and will be acknowledged!

Thank you!

MEET THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE YWCJCC

President: Norwood L. Williams, Ph.D.
919-550-0614
Email: norwoodwilliams@yeswecanjccoalition.com

Native of Johnston County, North Carolina
Returned to Johnston County in 1995 upon retirement from Baltimore,
MD
Resides in Clayton

MS Degree from NC State University
Ph.D. from the Catholic University of America
50 years professional experience in the field of mental health
Pioneer in the rehabilitation of the mentally retarded
Organized and directed Vocational Rehabilitation Programs

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States and at the national level;

Established and served as President of 4 corporations

(2 “s” corporations and 2 “501(c)3” corporations);

15 years private practice as a psychologist
Is a Veteran and American Legion Member

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Vice-President: Royal D. Williams
919-763-0997
Email: rdwill20@msn.com

Native of Craven County, North Carolina
Returned to North Carolina in December 2006 upon retirement from
Washington, DC
Resides in Clayton

Associate Science Degree from NYC Community College
Attended Brooklyn College, University of Maryland and NC State
University with major in Sociology
30 years professional experience in the US Postal Service as
Delivery Supervisor and as Supervisor and Manager of Customer
Service
Served as a volunteer Counselor in the "Take Charge of your Life"
Program for young men from 12 to 21 years of age
Served as a Youth Coordinator and Counselor for the NAACP
Active in church activities
Is a Veteran, American Legion Member, and a 32nd Degree Mason

Secretary: Kristin Kesmodel Williams, Ph.D.
919-550-0614
Email: kristinwilliams@yeswecanjccoalition.com

Native of Baltimore, Maryland
Moved to Johnston County in 1995 upon retirement.
Resides in Clayton

BA from Notre Dame of Maryland College
MA Degree from Loyola College
Ph.D. Degree from the Catholic University of America
Teacher and Principal in Special and Elementary Education
Regional Director in State Vocational Rehabilitation Program;
16 years as the Director of Personnel for the Maryland State
Department of Education
Studied classical piano at Notre Dame of Maryland College and
the Peabody Conservatory of Music

Treasurer: Deborah Everett
919-550-2706
Email: deverett92@yahoo.com

Native of Windsor, North Carolina
Resides in Clayton

Attended NC State University
Graduate of Moses Cone School of Radiologic Technology
Graduate of the Bowman Gray School of Medicine
33 years experience as ultrasound technologist, specializing in
cardiology
Clinical Applications Specialist with GE Healthcare
Registered Radiologic Technologist, Diagnostic Medical and
Cardiac Sonographer,
Founder of the NC Ultrasound Society--the largest in the US
A cancer survivor and advocate

Chair-Fund Raising Committee: Sheila J. Williams
919-763-0997
Email: williams_20086@msn.com

Native of Upper State New York (Niagra Falls)
Moved to Johnston County in December 2006
Resides in Clayton

BA Degree in Communications from State University of New
York
Many years experience as a successful businesswoman in
Sales Management
Currently a Sales Representative for Time Warner Cable
Active volunteer in local elections in Maryland and North
Carolina
Recipient of the President’s Club Sales Award

Chair-Education Committee: Sherry M. Jackson
919-963-2269
Email: mustardseedpro@aol.com

Native of Johnston County
Resides in Four Oaks

AAS Degree from Hardbarger Junior Business College
Many years experience as a successful businesswoman
Owned and operated “Kreative Kids” Preschool
Owner of a Hair Salon – “The Classy Comb”
Co-owner of a used auto business “Royies Used Cars, Inc.”
Volunteers and participates in numerous community service programs
Mentor and tutor in schools and community programs
Active church member and Sunday School Teacher
Devoted wife and mother of two
Breast cancer survivor and advocate

Chair-Community Liaison
919-524-0939
Email: sharoncastleberry@peoplepc.com

Native of Johnston County, North Carolina
Resides in Clayton

BA Degree from University of North Carolina-Wilmington
President of the Mental Health Association of Johnston County
Long time advocate and experience in multiple humanitarian
community activities and organizations
Volunteers and participates in numerous community service
programs

A WELCOME MESSAGE

Welcome to the “YES WE CAN”
Johnston County Coalition Website!

Click HERE to get a MEMBERSHIP FORM
Click HERE to get your RENEWAL FORM