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Kyle Groesch, Administrative Assistant, has been a part of the PSM family since 2023. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Kyle moved to Lakeland five years ago, and has since received a bachelor’s degree in biblical studies and a master’s degree in theology from...
A NEED YOU CAN MEET We get it—operations funding isn’t flashy. But it’s one of the greatest needs for nonprofits like ours. With rising costs, a growing team, and critical wraparound services for families in the Parker Street and North Lake Wire neighborhoods, the...
Meet Parker Street Ministries' Care Coordinator, Nicole Turner! We’re thrilled to welcome back a familiar face to the team! Nicki is originally from South Carolina and has called Lakeland home since 2006. She holds a BSW and a Master’s in Human Services with a...
Eleven current and former program participants graduated this year! And ten of them will have the opportunity to receive their stipend savings matches for participating in the Workforce Lab program. Congratulations Kenuel, Shawn, Yunka, Fayth, Justice, Nitara,...
Welcome, Tyler Griffin, PSM’s newest Board of Trustees member! Tyler is a Senior Associate Nonprofit with CliftonLarsonAllen. He’s lived in Polk County for more than 25 years, holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of South Florida, and loves his...
Sarah Bonner has been a part of the PSM family since 2019, starting as a part-time classroom leader and becoming full-time as the Young Adult Program Assistant Director in 2023. She moved here from Shreveport, Louisiana, to go to Southeastern University where she...
Meet Ashleigh Sanchez: Academic Enrichment Program K-8 Assistant Director! Originally from a small town in Virginia, Ashleigh has called Lakeland home for the past seven years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work and criminal justice as well as a master’s in...
Tim Mitchell, Executive Director, has been a part of the PSM family for an incredible 28 years. Originally from Stuttgart, Arkansas, Tim has called Lakeland home for just as long. He’s been married to his wife, Christy, since 2000—in fact, they first met 27 years ago...
Sarah Breed, Director of Development & Communications, has been a part of the PSM family since 2021. She’s a Fort Meade, FL, native, but has lived in Lakeland with her husband, Josh, since 2012. Sarah holds a bachelor’s degree in English and an MBA from...
It’s Neighborhood Christmas Store season! In December, Parker Street Ministries (PSM) hosts a fully functioning store for several days. The organization receives brand new toys and funds to purchase gifts from many individuals and groups. Toys are discounted 75% and...