Advisory Board Members

Leads the vision and community mission of the S.I.M.S. Foundation, building programs that support youth, families, and schools across Alabama.

Focuses on strategic growth, partnerships, and long-term planning to strengthen programs, sponsorships, and community impact.

Oversees financial stewardship and development initiatives to ensure responsible growth and sustainability for the Foundation.

Works directly with schools, youth, and community partners to create opportunities that encourage involvement, growth, and positive student outcomes.

Focuses on guiding youth through mentorship, personal development, and life-skills support to inspire confidence and growth.

Supports organizational structure, compliance, and community partnerships, helping expand outreach and local engagement.

​Gabby provides general guidance on organizational structure and compliance awareness for The S.I.M.S. Foundation. Her insight helps the foundation operate with professionalism and integrity.

​Raven Hillman brings a strong background in child welfare and family advocacy through her experience with the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR). Her work has centered on protecting children, empowering families, and promoting safe, nurturing environments for youth. At The S.I.M.S. Foundation, Raven advises on child protection practices, family engagement programs, and community-based prevention strategies that strengthen homes and reduce youth risk factors.

Candace Smith serves as a Juvenile Services Advisor for the S.I.M.S. Foundation, bringing over 20 years of experience working with children and 14 years of specialized work with juvenile residents through her roles at Pathway, Inc. and Camp Mitnick. Her extensive background in behavioral programming, mentorship, and structured youth rehabilitation helps guide the foundation’s initiatives that support at-risk youth across Alabama. Candace provides trusted insight into effective intervention strategies and advocates for programs that promote growth, responsibility, and healthier decision-making for young people.

​With extensive experience in social work and DHR case management, Iceses Rogers has spent her career advocating for children and families facing hardship. Her expertise in crisis response, youth mentorship, and family reunification adds a vital perspective to the foundation’s advocacy efforts. At The S.I.M.S. Foundation, Iceses supports outreach planning, coordinates youth resources, and guides trauma-informed approaches to serving Alabama’s most vulnerable children.

Meghan Hudson combines her background in rehabilitation services with a passion for child advocacy and family recovery. Having worked directly with both youth and adults in treatment and care programs, Meghan understands how substance abuse and instability affect children’s development. At The S.I.M.S. Foundation, she helps design wellness initiatives that focus on prevention, early intervention, and family healing—ensuring children impacted by addiction receive the care and consistency they deserve.