About

Dynamic and mission-driven nonprofit leader with over 27 years of service, mentorship, and organizational leadership. Founder of multiple community-focused initiatives including, IvoriCares, Bars 2 Boots,and GoBestfriend. Experienced in program design, strategic partnerships, fundraising, and community outreach, Dedicated to empowering underserved populations through education, mentorship, and supportive housing initiatives.

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Push Faith House

12/10/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Ivori Locke

Tiffany Bonaparte

10/11/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Ivori Locke

Experience

Ivori Locke

Education

Ivori Locke

Work experience
  • Designed a structured reentry mentorship program for incarcerated individuals transitioning back into society.
  • Implemented a five-phase curriculum incorporating military discipline, emotional intelligence, and life skills.
  • Coordinated partnerships with veteran mentors, workforce agencies, and housing providers for post-release support.
  • Oversaw mentor recruitment, training, and participate progress evaluations.

Ivori Locke

Work experience
  • Established and managed a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on empowering women, families and youth through education, mental health support, and community outreach.
  • Developed signature programs such as "GoBestfriend" Women's Empowerment and "Fill-A-Backpack" youth drive
  • Oversaw grant proposal, Donar relations, and charitable registration in compliance with Virginia State regulations

Ivori Locke

Work experience
  • Manage residential program providing supportive housing for veterans, reentry citizens, and individuals with mental health challenges,
  • Supervise care staff, develop individualize service plan (ISPs) and ensure compliance with DBHDS standards.
  • Foster an environment that promotes independence, stability, and rehabilitation.
  • Coordinate with medical providers, case managers, and family members for holistic client care.

Ivori Locke

Work experience
  • Senior Noncommissioned Officer (Ret.) at   U.S. Army
  • Served 27 years in leadership roles across Military Police, Human Resources, and Logistics.
  • Supervised and trained diverse teams of soldiers across deployments and duty satiations.
  • Recognized for excellence in leadership, discipline, and community service.

Push Faith House

12/10/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Ivori Locke

Tiffany Bonaparte

10/11/2025
Provided a score of  
10
  for Ivori Locke