TURNING POINT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Who We Are
Our mission is to serve as a catalyst for the continued development, transformation, and empowerment of communities in Vance, Granville, Warren, and Franklin counties of North Carolina.
We want to be an effective force for change by developing projects — either independently or in partnership with other organizations whose values align with ours — that improve the quality of life for citizens in rural areas.
We achieve this mission by providing access to educational opportunities, nutrition-related benefits, physical health, and social enrichment. We create an empowering environment that promotes personal and professional development for children, youth, and adults.
What We Do
At Turning Point CDC, we believe rural communities can thrive and flourish, and we’re committed to helping make that a reality. We provide leadership and programming across four key areas—Education, Health and Wellness, Economic Development, and Community Engagement—to support families and strengthen our community.
Get Involved
There are many ways to make an impact with Turning Point CDC, from volunteering your time to supporting our programs. Join us in building stronger, healthier, and more vibrant rural communities—your involvement makes a difference.
Our Story
Turning Point CDC was founded on the belief that rural communities can not only survive, but truly thrive when given the right resources and support. From the very beginning, our focus has been on empowering residents, fostering opportunity, and building strong, resilient communities that can flourish for generations.
Over the years, we have developed programs across four key areas: Education, Health and Wellness, Economic Development, and Community Engagement. Each initiative is designed to meet the unique needs of the communities we serve, whether it’s providing educational resources, promoting healthy living, supporting local businesses, or encouraging civic participation.
Our story is one of growth, collaboration, and hope. Every step we take is guided by our commitment to create meaningful, sustainable change, and to ensure that rural communities have the tools, leadership, and encouragement they need to thrive.
Our People
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Executive Director, chenderson@turningpointcdc.org
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Director of Community Engagement, nevans@turningpointcdc.org
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Director of Educational Programs, chumphrey@turningpointcdc.org
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School-Age Program Coordinator, tmiles@turningpointcdc.org
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Preschool Lead Teacher, aclayton@turningpointcdc.org
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Food Pantry Manager, eevans@turningpointcdc.org
Our Board
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Jerry E. Edmonds III is currently the Vice President of Workforce and Community Engagement at Vance Granville Community College, Henderson, North Carolina, a post he has held since October, 2019.
Dr. Edmonds earned his Bachelor of Business Administration with an emphasis on Marketing, from Marshall University in 1985 and his Masters of Science with an emphasis on Human Service Management from Springfield College in 2001. Dr. Edmonds earned his doctoral degree in Higher Education Leadership from Edgewood College in Madison, Wisconsin in May, 2020.
Dr. Edmonds' passion for rural economic develop is reflected in his doctoral research which examined the perceptions of North Carolina Economic Development Leaders’ Perception of The NCCCS As It Relates to Rural Economic Development.
Dr. Edmonds is currently a member of the Henderson, North Carolina Chapter of Rotary International and a Rotary Paul Harris Fellow. He also serves on the Mariah Parham Duke LifePoint, Board of Trustees. In addition, Dr. Edmonds serves on the Lakeland Cultural Arts Center, Working Landscapes, Kerr Tar Council of Governments, NC IDEA, Community Partners of Hope and Turning Point, CDC Board of Directors. Dr. Edmonds is a collaborative leader with vision, innovation and integrity.
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Dr. Braxton M. Henderson is a native of Memphis, TN. He received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh with a major in Biological Sciences. He earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh and completed extensive training in a 3-year postdoctoral anesthesia residency program at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Henderson founded Southern Office-Based Anesthesia to increase access to high quality and comfortable dental care for all patients. Dr. Henderson serves on the Pastoral Team at Oasis of Hope Ministries. He enjoys running, playing basketball, traveling, and barbecuing.
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Camille Johnson is a native of New York and currently resides in Vance County. She is currently the branch manager of Woodforest National Bank in Henderson, NC. Camille considers herself to be a passionate community servant. she has the ability to motivate and inspire. She takes pride in engaging in community outreach. Camille is pleased to work with Turning Point CDC knowing that she is involved with an organization that benefits the community in which she works and lives.
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Wykia Macon is a Henderson native who is passionate about youth development in her hometown. She currently works as the 4-H agent in Vance County, designing and implementing a variety of programs primarily focusing on STEM, leadership development, and healthy living. Wykia has her Ph.D. in International and Multicultural Education. She also consults on education projects in low-and-middle income countries during her free time.
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Passionate about educational innovation, equity, and development, Chandra utilizes her strengths as a relationship builder and arranger to help principals and instructional leaders improve efforts in their unique school contexts.
As a thought partner to school leaders in Chicago and other midwestern cities, she focuses on meaningful and purposeful professional experiences for educators that will build their capacity for more powerful interactions with students.
Chandra served as an English teacher, assistant principal, principal, Network Manager, and Director of Curriculum in several states including MD, NC, IL, DE, and TN. She is currently leading the school design process as Founder/CEO of a new charter school anticipated to open in North Carolina.
Chandra holds a B.A. in English Secondary Education from North Carolina Central University, an MSA from North Carolina State University, and an Ed.D in Administration and Supervision from Loyola University Chicago. She considers herself a global citizen but North Carolina will always be her #1 home.
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Carlton J. Terry III is a native of Warren County. He teaches history at Henderson Collegiate High School and is a Minister at Universal Mission Apostolic Church in Warrenton, NC. He has a passion for the development of people through education. He is deeply committed to the economic and educational empowerment of communities in Warren, Vance, Granville, and Franklin counties.
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Kimiko Williams is a native of Nottoway, Virginia. She is a 1997 graduate of Virginia State University (Home of the Trojans) and a 2013 graduate of Grand Canyon University where she earned her Master's in Early Childhood Education. Kimiko serves as the Director of Child Care Resource & Referral of FGV Smart Start. Kimiko enjoys traveling to the beach year-round, spending time with family and friends, going to the movies and cooking. Kimiko is married to Maurice Williams and has one son. She resides in Warren County, North Carolina.