GIFTS FROM ABOVE - Key Persons


Darryl McAdoo - Treasurer

Job Titles:
  • Treasurer
Darryl McAdoo is a 21year US Army veteran who specialized in the Administrative and Military Intelligence fields. Mr. McAdoo is an ordained Deacon at Oakey Grove Baptist Church in Evans, Georgia. He is an active member who enjoys taking care of the needs of 18 families and overseeing the operations of six ministries within the church as the Elder of Service and Support. Mr. McAdoo received a B.S. in Business Administration and M.S. in Counseling and Psychology. While serving as the Chairman of the Deacon's Ministry, his pastor utilizes his counseling skills to help provide for the needs of the congregation. Mr. McAdoo resides in Evans, Georgia with his wife Tara McAdoo. They have four children.

Dr. Melissa Young- Harkins

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
  • Melissa Harkins
  • Pediatrician
Dr. Melissa Young- Harkins is a pediatrician with more than 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Harkins also acts as an adjunct professor at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine and serves as a preceptor and mentor for up and coming young doctors and nurses. Serving the youth and disadvantaged has been a passion for Dr. Harkins. She resides in Decatur, Alabama with her husband Sedrick Harkins. Dr. Harkins is the mother of six children and grandmother of two.

Fred Hutcherson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
  • Pastor of Zion Hill Baptist
Mr. Hutcherson is the pastor of Zion Hill Baptist Church in Dadeville, Alabama. He served in the United States Army before deciding to protect citizens in the State of Alabama for some 25 years as a member of law enforcement. Mr. Hutcherson retired from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency in 2020. He enjoys serving and giving back to the community.

James Tucker

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
James Tucker served in the US Army as a squad leader in both Infantry and Armored Calvary Commands. He was responsible for carrying out all tasked missions and the health, welfare, and morale of 12 NBC Reconnaissance soldiers. After serving his country, Mr. Tucker began employment at Mercedes-Benz United States International Inc. in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 1996. He is now retired and enjoying life in Tuscaloosa where he proudly supports the University of Alabama Football Team. Roll Tide Roll!

Jemilla Chappell

Job Titles:
  • Secretary
Jemillia Chappell has 15 years of experience in various positions in the medical field. She enjoys being able to know that at the end of the day she has given a family comfort in their situation. Ms. Chappel received a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Phoenix in 2015 and is currently pursuing a Masters in Public Administration. Ms. Chappell resides in Auburn, Alabama with her 16-year-old son. She is a proud War Eagle fan.

Reginald G. Harkins - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Associate
  • Chairman
  • Minister
Reginald G. Harkins is the Associate Minister at Seleeta Baptist Church in Alexander City, Alabama. Mr. Harkins retired from law enforcement in 2020 after serving nearly 30 years protecting and serving the State of Alabama. Mr. Harkins received a B.A. in Criminal Justice from Faulkner University in 2005. He is currently pursuing a Masters in Divinity at Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama. Mr. Harkins is a proud Marine serving from 1987-1991. He resides in Opelika, Alabama with his wife LaCheryl Harkins. They have three children.

Rodney Crayton

Job Titles:
  • Vice Chairman
Rodney Crayton has extensive experience in the department of finance. Mr. Crayton began his financial career with Colonial Bank as a Commercial Credit Analyst, becoming one of the youngest branch sales managers at Colonial Bank. After working for Colonial Bank for 8 years, a new opportunity with TMX Finance became available. Mr. Crayton started his career with TMX as a General Manager, becoming a top performing General Manager for four consecutive years. Mr. Crayton graduated from Auburn University in 2000 with a Bachelors degree. He is also a proud former Auburn Tigers football player from 1996-2000. Mr. Crayton resides in Alexander City, Alabama.

Sedrick Harkins

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
Sedrick Harkins is a Navy Veteran, former Coosa County Alabama Sheriff Deputy and retired engineer. Mr. Harkins is a mentor for the youth in his community and surrounding areas. He enjoys helping the elderly, those in need and his fellow veterans. Mr. Harkins resides in Decatur, Alabama with his wife Melissa Harkins. He and his wife have six children and two grandchildren.