Jevon joined Beach Cities Interfaith Services in 2024 because he was moved by the increasing number of homelessness persons in his community. That’s when he did some research and liked the way, BCIS quickly and directly helped people in need of housing assistance. That’s when he asked to be considered as a board member and was quickly approved to participate in all of BCIS’ initiatives.
When asked about some of the core values that guide him, he responded:
Always do the right thing for my clients, friends and family, and for my community.
Deliver excellence in everything I do.
Build lasting relationships based on trust.
Be authentic, empathetic, grateful, and humble.
Jevon attended the University of Fairbanks, Alaska with a BBA, International Business and Nagoya Gakuin University in Japan to learn about Japanese culture and to speak Japanese. He enjoys hiking, theatre, camping, riding his motorcycle, bourbon tastings,/ and likes to have a nice cigar with friends on occasion.
Beach Cities Interfaith Services provides micro-grants (averaging $800-$1,000) to keep our home-challenged neighbors housed. To ensure accountability and maximize impact, BCIS pays funds directly to the landlords or vendors. A small gift can open the door to stability, safety, and a second chance to individuals, children and their families, single women, seniors, and veterans who are on the verge of losing their housing due to job loss, medical expenses, or another unforeseen event.