I am blessed in my life with so much; A loving bride for the past 46 years, three beautiful and professional daughters, three hard-working son-in-laws and seven wonderful grandchildren. I believe that God has blessed me also with two successful and diverse careers spanning over 45 years in both the US and Canada. In my last role I had the privilege of advising people that were saving and preparing for retirement. One constant for me was the need to have a plan; Not just financial, but spiritual as well. A plan that exercises the body and passionately touches the heart. The idea of God’s HandyPeople came from much prayerful consideration. The Board of Directors and all volunteers are looking for a meaningful way to give back some of what we and our families have been blessed with. The work that God’s HandyPeople does, blesses both our clients and volunteers in meaningful ways.
jyoung@godshandypeople.org
Rick Bloomfield holds a BA from the University of Michigan Dearborn. He has a patent for a lighting device and retired from the automotive industry in 2023 as the Vice President of Sales for a Tier I.
As the past Treasurer of both Rebuilding Together of Oakland County and Orchard United Methodist Church he has significant experience in 501c3 accounting processes.
Rick and his wife have been Foster Parents for five years and reside in Novi.
rbloomfield@godshandypeople.org
Ruth Buckwalter Bio
Nathan Crosty is a software engineer who enjoys completing DIY projects that are cost effective, up to high standards, and are made to last. Helping others to feel proud of and comfortable where they live, is something Nathan is passionate about. In his free time, he races his Super 7 at Waterford Hills Road Racing.
ncrosty@godshandypeople.org
Gale Frazee was brought up by his parents to provide aid and service to others. He has worked with organizations as a first responder, coach and rebuilding manager. He feels blessed to have able to look for opportunities to help others.
gfrazee@godshandypeople.org
Steve Hitchcock Bio
Steve Mann is married with two adult children (twins) and is a full-time Real Estate Professional. Giving back and helping people in his community has always been very important to Steve. He is very proud and honored to be involved with God’s HandyPeople and is excited for the challenge to fulfill their purpose to help those in need.
smann@godshandypeople.org
Shannon Maguire is the current Board Secretary for God’s HandyPeople. Shannon was drawn to God’s HandyPeople because of her desire to serve others. From a young age, Shannon enjoyed volunteering her time to support people in her community. She is proud to serve on the Board, and looks forward to the multiple opportunities to model servant behavior to her two sons, Logan and Connor. Personally, Shannon along with her sons, husband and dog, enjoy taking walks, camping, and reading.
smaguire@godshandypeople.org
Shelby Money has been married for 48 years, and is blessed with four children, six grand children and good health. Shelby state “it is a humbling experience to be able to help in making someone’s everyday existence a little more bearable by improving their surroundings”. He goes on to say, “I am further blessed to be able to do so through my association with Gods HandyPeople. It is a feeling that I wish all could experience”.
smoney@godshandypeople.org
Karen has been a nonprofit administrator and victim advocate for over 40 years, retiring from paid employment in June 2023. She primarily worked with individuals and families impacted by domestic and sexual violence. Karen has provided technical assistance and support to federally and state funded 501-c-3 organizations, been a founding member of two nonprofit organizations and served on nonprofit Boards of Directors. In addition to volunteering with God’s HandyPeople, Karen volunteers at First Step, a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive services for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Karen received both her Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees in Psychology at the University of Colorado. She is enjoying spending time with family and friends, playing board games/cards, and traveling.
kporter@godshandypeople.org
Donna Young is a wife, mother of 3 and grandmother to 7. She is a retired substitute teacher from the Livonia school district. Currently, she enjoys retirement days with her husband. Together, they look forward to traveling, visiting family and friends and entertaining. She also looks forward to taking an active role in the many ways God’s HandyPeople helps and serves others. She has led a blessed life and looks forward to sharing her time and talent with others to help improve their lives.
dyoung@godshandypeople.org