About

Kim brings us a wealth of experience in administering community programs. She collaborates closely with the hub team, using quantitative and qualitative data to inform decision-making and strategic direction for TYKES and all Community Children’s Center efforts. She also cultivates relationships to encourage hub engagement from community partners. Kim has been involved in nonprofit administration in Douglas County for over 11 years including the areas of project management, grant administration, and educational programming. Kim earned her master’s degree in education from the University of Kansas and her bachelor’s degree in English from Kansas State University. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, pets, and plenty of music.

Erin leads our efforts in content curation and creation, social media management, and online resource selection. She also coordinates volunteer recruitment and engagement for all Community Children’s Center initiatives. Previously, Erin served as a grant-funded Kindergarten Ambassador, helping ease the transition of our students into the Lawrence Public Schools. She is a self-employed Baby Sing and Sign instructor and spent a decade as a licensed early childhood special education teacher in Overland Park, DeSoto, and Lawrence. Fluent in sign language, Erin holds a master’s degree in early childhood education and a bachelor’s degree in speech language pathology from the University of Kansas. She enjoys spending time in the kitchen and with her family, friends, and pets.

Will Averill has worked in and around local nonprofits for more than a decade, with the Mid-America Arts Alliance in Kansas City, The Willow Domestic Violence Center, and Community Children's Center. Will is also a writer of several published plays for middle school audiences. He has a wonderful son, and an amazing life partner.

Suzy Green has worked in home visiting for 15+ years. This journey began when she enrolled in Parents as Teachers as a young, new parent - and since then, Suzy has had professional roles in home visiting programs such as Early Head Start, Parents as Teachers, and Early Intervention. She has her LMSW and is an active member of KAIMH (Kansas Association of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health). As our Family Resource Center Director, she finds innovative ways to work alongside families to create meaningful change. Whether this happens over the phone, through text messages, or on your living room floor, Suzy is here to create systems of belonging that support your family's journey. She also enjoys drinking coffee with friends or walking with her family and dogs.