Our Team

Kimberly joined Community Kitchens in January 2023 and brings her passion for service and an extensive knowledge of Birmingham. Kimberly grew up in Birmingham and most recently served as Community Engagement Manager of the UAB Live HealthSmart Alabama program. Kimberly is the founder and emeritus Executive Director of Empowered to Overcome, a mentoring program for young women in Birmingham. She holds a master’s degree in human services counseling and is currently pursuing a PhD in Community Health Promotion at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.  In April of 2013, Kimberly received the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) “Outstanding Community Service” Medal.  Kimberly is married to Eldred and has two children, Kory and Faith. She is a called, chosen, and licensed Elder, and a faithful, dedicated, serving, and tithing member of Love Fellowship Christian Center under Pastor Rodney Standfield and First Lady Telayo Standfield.