Program Coordinators

"Hi my name is Lillian (Lilly) Gonzalez, I was born in Puerto Rico but raised in New York. I tried drugs at the age of 14 and had my first child at 16. At 18, I left New York to live with a friend in North Carolina and began to turn my life around. I had my second child at 21. Life was challenging until I returned to New York. Later, I moved to Puerto Rico with my mother, where I met my husband, a military member. We became Christians and raised our four children in the church. With a passion for working with teenagers, I've dedicated myself to helping young people. After 25 years of marriage, my husband and I divorced. Now, I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to support at-risk teens and help them avoid prison. I'm also proud that my son is involved in similar efforts. I'm believing God will do great things through this ministry. God bless."

"Hi, my name is Jasmine Alvarez, born in Chicago, Illinois, and raised in Houston, Texas. I've always had a heart for helping others, especially our youth. As a mother and community advocate, I deeply believe in the power and potential of the next generation. I live by the principle of being the change you want to see. Through my involvement in the TAG program, I hope to help create a safer, more supportive world where future leaders can thrive. As a speaker, mentor, and role model, I believe every young person deserves a second chance, and change begins with consistent support and real connection. Their work continues to inspire change at the grassroots level, where transformation is not only possible—it’s already happening. As a passionate and dedicated youth outreach advocate, I'm committed to breaking the cycle of gang involvement and violence in underserved communities. With a deep understanding of the struggles faced by at-risk youth, our mission is to provide mentorship, resources, and hope to young people seeking a better path."