Meet Our Board

​At The Keit Foundation, our mission to empower youth is guided by a team of dedicated and seasoned professionals. Our Board of Directors is committed to ethical leadership and responsible stewardship of our resources. With a diverse range of expertise in nonprofit management, finance, education, and community development, they ensure that we operate with the highest standards of integrity and fiscal responsibility.

Our board oversees all aspects of the organization, implementing robust governance to ensure transparency and accountability. They tirelessly align our programs with our mission, making strategic decisions that maximize our impact in the communities we serve.
We invite you to meet the passionate individuals who lead The Keit Foundation with unwavering commitment and professionalism—the driving force behind our success and continued growth.

Tory Keit

​Chairman, Board of Directors. CAIO

Elite AI Consulting

• Expertise: Technology, Media, Digital Transformation, Systems Architecture, Leadership
• How We Leverage Expertise:
  • Tory leads the development and implementation of the technology strategy for the foundation.
  • He creates digital tools (e.g., donor management systems, AI-based tools for foundation initiatives).
  • Designs the foundation’s website and oversees its digital presence to ensure user-friendliness and efficiency.
  • Develops strategic partnerships with tech and media companies to secure sponsorships and resources.

Shantay Reaze

Co-Chair, Board of Directors

Reaze Event Consulting Firm

• Expertise: Event Planning, Fundraising Events, Public Relations
• How We Leverage Expertise:
  • Shantay organizes impactful fundraising events to increase donor engagement and revenue.
  • She builds public relations strategies to enhance the foundation’s visibility and credibility.
  • Provides training for foundation staff and volunteers on event management best practices.
  • Secures sponsorships and partnerships for events to maximize fundraising potential.

Dinah Keit

Board Member

Milynne Media

• Expertise: Nonprofit Operations, Organizational Leadership, Internal Affairs
• How We Leverage Expertise:
  • Dinah acts as a liaison between the board and the foundation’s operational team to ensure alignment of goals.
  • Oversees compliance with nonprofit regulations and ensures the foundation maintains good standing.
  • Supports the development of a strategic plan for program implementation and growth.

William Carpenter

​ Board Member

Favored Realty Team

• Expertise: Real Estate, Property Management, Community Development
• How We Leverage Expertise:
  • William advises on property acquisition for the foundation’s programs or office space.
  • Supports efforts to develop community-based initiatives focused on housing or real estate-related services.
  • Uses his real estate expertise to identify opportunities for in-kind property donations or partnerships.

Laquosha Smith Griffin

Board Member

Faithful Steps Counseling Services

• Expertise: Mental Health, Counseling, Program Development
• How We Leverage Expertise:
  • Laquosha develops mental health and wellness programs that align with the foundation’s mission.
  • Provides training to staff and volunteers on mental health topics for community outreach.
  • Builds partnerships with other mental health organizations to expand the foundation’s impact.

Miranda McDonald

 Board Member

• Expertise: Leadership Development, Training, Strategic Planning, Operational Oversight
• How We Leverage Expertise:
  • Miranda provides leadership training and development workshops for staff, volunteers, and program participants.
  • Supports strategic planning efforts with a focus on efficiency and long-term sustainability.
  • Oversees operational processes to ensure alignment with the foundation’s mission and vision.
  • Leverages military training experience to instill discipline and structure in program execution and team coordination.
  • Serves as a mentor to team leaders, emphasizing resilience and strategic thinking.