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Meet the team

Shantel Dixon, MSW

Founder & CEO

“I do this work because I was once the one who needed a safe haven. Now I build them, meeting people where they are, not where the world expects them to be.”

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Krystal Dixon

Vice President & HR Manager

"I chose this role because building a strong team means building a safe haven. When we support the people who care for our youth, we create space for real healing to happen."

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Shanice Carlson, MAcc

Treasurer & Accountant

MAcc | Educator | Youth Advocate

“When we invest in safety and care today, we help create confident, resilient individuals tomorrow.”

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Reygan G Shaak

Marketing & Social Media Coordinator

Anthony Safe-Haven Board members

Our board is made up of passionate, purpose-driven individuals who share a deep commitment to trauma-informed care, community impact, and mental health equity. Together, they help guide our mission, ensure accountability, and keep our programs aligned with the values we were founded on.

Board Purpose

The purpose of the Board of Directors is to:

  • Provide strategic direction and oversight for the organization

  • Ensure ethical and financial accountability

  • Support the development of policies, programs, and partnerships

  • Uphold our mission of providing healing, stability, and empowerment to the youth and communities we serve

  • Act as ambassadors in the community, helping build trust, visibility, and sustainability

Our board members are not just advisors—they are active advocates who help ensure our work is always rooted in integrity, inclusion, and impact.

Shantel Dixon, MSW

ASH President

Ceo & founder of Anthony’s Safe-haven

& We-Are1in4

Krystal Dixon

ASH Vice President

HR Manager

Shanice Carlson, MAcc

ASH treasurer

Accountant | Educator | Youth Advocate

Let’s Work Together

We are looking for passionate, dependable people who feel called to serve and make a lasting impact.

Volunteer Opportunities (Always Needed)

We are continuously seeking volunteers to support our mission through:

  1. Community outreach & events

  2. Donation support & organizing

  3. Administrative help

  4. Mentorship and resource support

  5. Program support (as opportunities become available)

Now Seeking: Board Secretary

We are currently looking for a Board Secretary to support our leadership team with organization, documentation, and communication. This role is essential to helping our nonprofit operate efficiently and remain mission-focused.

📩 Interested in serving? Email your resume or a brief introduction to:
info@anthonyssafehaven.org