Our Story
Changing Lives Foundation was created to respond when an unexpected catastrophe leaves an individual or family with an urgent financial need. Through direct, one-time grants, we help bridge the gap after events such as house fires, sudden illness, serious accidents, or death. Our goal is to provide timely, compassionate assistance that helps people regain stability and begin moving forward.
Our Mission
To provide direct, one-time financial assistance to individuals and families facing unforeseen catastrophic events.
Our Vision
A community where no one must face an unexpected catastrophe without practical support, compassion, and hope.
Changing Lives Foundation serves qualified applicants regardless of religion, race, age, gender, or background.
MEET OUR TEAM
Kelly Price
Chairman of the Board
Kelly Price is not just your average executive director, board member, leadership coach, and speaker. She is a force of nature when it comes to igniting passion and motivation in others. With her unwavering dedication to personal growth, servant-leadership, and mission-oriented mindset, Kelly Price has the unique ability to inspire and galvanize leaders, leaving a lasting impact on their lives and organizations. With over 35 years of developing and leading companies, Changing Lives is grateful to have her, as our Chairman of the Board.
Tammy Thompson
Executive Director
Tammy is on a mission to develop Changing Lives Foundation. She is driven to make a difference, with over 25 years of experience in building strategic relationships, networking, and aligning mission-driven initiatives to success. Tammy is passionate about connecting with the community and developing fundraising strategies and relationships to support CLF in helping people in catastrophic need. She believes together, we can be on the path of hope for ourselves and for others.
Tammy is a faith-driven, family-oriented, dedicated, and passionate person, ready to change the world. If you want to learn more about how you can help, contact Tammy.
Abby Garbrandt
Marketing & Outreach Coordinator
Abby is a creative designer, marketing expert, outreach enthusiast, and administration wizard who is uniquely qualified to assist Changing Lives Foundation with their goals of overseeing grant applications and running various outreach events. With her diverse skill set and dynamic personality, Abby makes a positive impact in a light-hearted and effective way.
Antoinette Smith
Board Member
As a sought-after prominent leader in the non-profit housing and finance sector, Antoinette brings more than two decades of undeniable people-centric servant leadership to communities in and around NE Ohio. With generosity as her currency, people are drawn to Antoinette’s grace, faithful discernment, and passion to serve the people, teams, and communities in which she lives and works and beyond. We are humbled to have the lovely Antoinette Smith graciously serve Changing Lives Foundation as a valued board member.
Judy Mansour
Board Member
Judy Mansour is a wordsmith and amateur (read very amateur) epicure. Named for St. Jude Thaddeus, Patron Saint of the Despaired, she devotes her time to helping those who are downtrodden or who carry a heavy burden and finds joy in cooking for others and making them laugh. Judy has served on multiple boards and worked with various charities that serve those in need. With the years of experience Judith provides related to charitable foundations, Changing Lives is flattered to have her on our board.
Andy Seger
Board Member
Andy is a natural galvanizer. He has a proven track record of turning ideas into action and driving forward momentum. Through his persuasive communication skills and ability to rally support, Andy can unite a team toward a common purpose and mobilize them to take bold, strategic actions. As an attorney and executive, Andy is a great asset to Changing Lives Foundation.
David Neuenschwander
Board Member
David possesses the innate ability to take charge and get things done. With his relentless drive, he never settles for mediocrity. David's passion for making a difference in the world is what sets him apart. He previously held a position as President and Chief Sales Officer for a billion-dollar company and is currently retired. Changing Lives is honored to have his talents and abilities on our board.
Brent Smith
Board Member
Brent Smith is a business leader and nonprofit founder committed to serving those in catastrophic need. As Vice President of a family-owned dealership, he leads with a people-first mindset and believes business success should uplift the community.
He volunteers as a vigil companion with hospice, an experience that deepened his commitment to compassion and selfless service. Guided by the conviction that “the world needs more than thoughts and prayers—it needs love in action,” his mission is to make a meaningful difference for at least one person every day. Brent is a wonderful addition to the Changing Lives Foundation Board.
Anna Kanaris Zink
Board Member
Anna is an experienced Executive Sales leader with over 20 years of experience in the Building Materials industry. She is personally dedicated to building teams and developing successful relationships within accounts. Anna is result-oriented and focused on financial performance, strategic growth, and customer satisfaction. She has served previously on other boards and is excited to be a part of the Changing Lives Foundation.
15500 Pearl Rd. #361553
Strongsville, Ohio 44136
Changing Lives Foundation is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. EIN: 83-1359892. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.