About the foundation

Supporting Youth, Adults & Families Through Community Care, Resources & Opportunity.

Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) public charity developing community care, outreach, education, and essential resources while building toward long-term therapeutic housing for youth.

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Our mission

A long-term response to urgent needs

The Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. is on a mission to help address the growing mental health crisis and youth homelessness by building long-term therapeutic housing for youth, while creating outreach programs that meet urgent needs across the community through support, education, and essential resources for individuals and families.

Our work is rooted in welcoming people into meaningful service while keeping the needs of youth, individuals, and families at the center. Volunteers help make community outreach possible through their time, care, and participation.

Where We Are

Building the Foundation

Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. is growing in stages. This framing keeps operating work, developing initiatives, and long-term vision distinct.

Operating now: Volunteer Recruitment & Volunteer Hub

The foundation is taking shape

Volunteer recruitment and the Volunteer Hub are operating now. Community cleanups, event support, and fundraising-related programs are developing or planned unless separately confirmed as operational.

Launching/developing

Other youth programming is being built carefully

The Ink Exchange is operating for youth ages 8–17 in Mapleton, within Cobb County. Other youth programming is still developing as the foundation shapes its approach, safeguards, and opportunities.

Long-term vision

A larger service model is ahead

A therapeutic youth housing facility and the larger service model surrounding it remain long-term goals.

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What we offer

Ways to connect and serve

Events & Volunteer Opportunities

Learn about possible community-service and event roles, then express interest as opportunities are confirmed.

Volunteer Profile Creation/Matching

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Our process

Your next step is simple

Start where you are. We’ll help you explore a clear way to express interest and participate when an opportunity is confirmed.

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Leadership

The people guiding the foundation

Our leadership team stewards the foundation’s mission and helps create welcoming paths for community participation.

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Larenas Harrison

Founder & CEO

Larenas is the visionary force behind the Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. With a deep-seated passion for community service and youth empowerment, she founded the organization to address the critical gaps in mental health support and housing for vulnerable youth. Her leadership is defined by a commitment to fostering intergenerational connections and creating lasting, compassionate impact in the Georgia community.

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Angela Currington

Program Operations Coordinator & Board Member

Angela brings a wealth of operational expertise to the foundation, ensuring that our outreach programs run with precision and heart. As a dedicated board member, she focuses on the strategic alignment of program goals with community needs, championing a culture of purpose-driven service and growth.

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Ashleigh Selfridge

Secretary

Ashleigh serves as the foundation's Secretary, providing essential organizational oversight and ensuring that the organization's mission is reflected in its records and communications. Her dedication to transparency and community engagement is vital to the foundation's growth and the successful execution of its community-focused initiatives.

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Elaine Reid

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Events & Board Member

Elaine is a strategic leader and certified life coach who bridges the gap between the foundation and the broader community. With a focus on building meaningful partnerships, organizing high-impact events, and empowering personal growth, she plays a key role in expanding the foundation's reach and securing the resources necessary to fuel our youth and senior programs.

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Sean Allen

Board Member & Life Coach

Sean brings transformational coaching and mentorship expertise to the foundation. As a dedicated life coach, he ensures our youth programming is rooted in personal growth, resilience, and empowerment, helping every participant discover their potential.

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Torian Batya

Board Member

Torian is a committed board member whose strategic insight and community-minded perspective supports the foundation's mission of creating lasting impact through service, connection, and intergenerational relationships.

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Harmony Harrison

Interim Treasurer

Harmony provides financial stewardship and oversight for the foundation, ensuring transparency and accountability in every aspect of our operations. Her dedication to fiscal responsibility allows the foundation to focus its resources on serving youth, seniors, and the community at large.

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John L. Sanders

Board Member

John L. Sanders is the Executive Aide to Georgia State Representative Roger Bruce (District 61) and brings deep community connections and government relations expertise to the foundation. With a long history of community service — including senior programs, youth advocacy, and community action leadership — he is a dedicated advocate for the communities the foundation serves. His experience in public service and community organizing strengthens the foundation's mission of creating lasting impact through intergenerational connection and service.

Volunteer leadership

Alejai Stokes

Community Fundraising Lead

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