Victor J. Rush - Executive Director

Victor was born and raised in Hartford, graduating from Weaver High School in 1980. He pursued philosophy at UConn and earned an MA in Transformational Leadership and Spirituality from Hartford Seminary. Victor's involvement with HCM began when his church, Ebenezer Temple UHCA, collaborated with HCM to host an after-school site in fall 2015. He joined HCM's Board of Directors in 2017. Before becoming HCM's Executive Director in June 2019, Victor worked in banking and housing, including at TD Bank, the Hartford Housing Authority, and as Managing Director of Administration at the Connecticut Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA). Empowered to lead in his community, he is dedicated to empowering others to advance the mission of transforming the community for Christ. Victor and his wife, Jeanette, have three adult children who use their musical talents to serve the Lord.

Jarrad R. McCown - Director of operations

​Jarrad's love for children and ministry brought him to HCM the Fall of 2017, 45 minutes away from his home city of New Haven.  Active in the local church there, he currently serves as Senior Pastor of Every Need Church. Passionate about education, Christ, and being a positive male role model, Jarrad stands on Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ Jesus that strengthens me".  Jarrad studied at Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA. As Director of Operations Jarrad oversees all programs being sure HCM mission does not die. Jarrad is the proud Husband of Triana McCown and father of Teryn and Joseph McCOWN.

Kerri-Kay Allen - Administrative Assistant

Kerri-Kay Allen, a Hartford resident for over two decades, originally hails from the vibrant city of Montego Bay, Jamaica. A graduate of Weaver High School in 2000, Kerri-Kay has built a strong foundation in her educational and professional journey. She holds an Associate of Arts in Communications Media from Capital Community College in Hartford, CT. With a keen interest in health and community services, Kerri-Kay possesses extensive evaluation and research background knowledge, specifically focusing on the Greater Hartford area. Her decade-long experience in a clinical setting reflects her commitment to community well-being and a passion for forging meaningful connections.

Kerri-Kay is a proud member of the Parent-Teacher Organization at the Museum Academy Elementary School, where she actively supports the educational and community-building endeavors of the school. Kerri-Kay is the proud mother of four children: Azaria, Ava, Aleque, and Nathaniel. Rooted in faith, Kerri-Kay is committed to embodying the values of compassion, kindness, and service to create a community that reflects the divine principles of love, unity, and understanding. 

Diamond Jenkins - After-school Site Manager

Diamond was born and raised in Hartford, CT. She is a product of HCM, having attended as a child. Diamond graduated from A.I. Prince Technical High School with a certificate in Graphic Communications and her high school diploma. She went on to study Sociology at Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, CT. Diamond serves as an evangelist at Fresh Start Deliverance Ministry in Hartford, CT. She is deeply involved in her church community, alongside her husband, Minister Matthew Jenkins, and their children, Derrick and Destiny. Diamond has worked in the non-profit sector with special education students and traumatic brain injury clients for the past four years. She has a passion for inner-city children and is excited to partner with HCM in their impactful work in Hartford.​

Terrance Camby - After-SCHOOL ASSISTANT Site Manager

 Latanya Williams- Commuinty Liasion 

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Latanya was born and raised in Hartford, CT. As a single parent determined to create a better life for herself and her child, she transitioned from welfare to school, and then to work through the Job Connection Program. Latanya attended Manchester Community College, earning an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice. She continued her education at Saint Joseph College in West Hartford, CT, where she graduated on the Dean's List. Latanya's motto is simple: "No child left behind." She believes that every day, as members of our community and with God's blessing, we should and will leave no child behind.
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