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Rita Michaels, MA
Rita joined GTF in 2008, dedicating her career to supporting the transplant community, which she considers both a vocation and a calling. With more than 16 years experience, Rita continues to lead with passion and purpose. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring new places, and expressing her creativity.
Angell Bray-Darden, MSW
Angell Bray-Darden is a proud Detroiter and lover of chili cheese fries with Faygo pop. When she's not sitting on her patio living her best birder life, she can be spotted soaking up the sun on the beach.
Rebekah Moshiri, LMSW
Rebekah has worked at GTF for more than thirteen years and loves being a part of the transplant community. When she’s not at work, Rebekah loves taking long walks with her dog and spending time with her husband and kids.
Ossie Lock, DHA
Manager, JumpStart Program
Ossie joined the GTF family in September 2023 and is honored to be a part of such an amazing organization. She is passionate about helping others achieve goals that strengthen them personally and professionally. Ossie has a Doctorate in Heath Care Administration and a Master’s in Human Services. She enjoys spending time with family and friends and just making others smile. You can usually find her singing and dancing the hallways, and has never met a stranger!
LaTonia Patterson
LaTonia has been raising funds for small community action non-profits since 1989. She is a mother of two college students and a wife of one adult. She has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Converse College and has used her knowledge to benefit others in different non-profits for over fifteen years.
