About Us

Hearts of Compassion Ministry is an IRS recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Donations to the organization is tax deductible. Our mission is to serve the under privileged youth and senior citizens of Durant, MS. Ultimately, we want to help the under-served in Homes County which will include the under-served youth, senior citizens, and families. We want to see all youth in Holmes County succeed to their fullest potential.

Our main programs and focus are on the under-served youths in education, health awareness, and life development skills in the community.

Hearts of Compassion Ministry Board of Directors:

James Williams, Founder and Executive Director

A graduate of Waldorf University, James brings a well-rounded education, diverse skill-set, and proven leadership background to the organization. As a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and having repeatedly made the President’s and Dean’s list, James understands the importance of education and the environment needed to cultivate educational success.

James was born into a low-income family. He grew up in some of the same extreme poverty conditions in Ebenezer, MS which many of Holmes County youth are facing today. James’ mother experienced the same hardships that many single parents are going through today. James realized it takes more than education to have passion for a great cause. James passion goes deeper than education to help the youth. His passion is that of living the experience and a desire to give support back to Holmes County through Hearts of Compassion Ministry.

With a passion for helping under privileged youth, families, and the elderly in Holmes County, he has set out to provide access to the tools and resources required for youth to build successful learning habits for successful futures. Seeing that there were also unmet needs of the elder populations in Holmes County, James created an organization that would serve and support the unique needs of each demographic. Drawing on his knowledge and passion, James uses his distinct experience and well-rounded education to strengthen Holmes County, creating Hearts of Compassion Ministry.

Angela Boyd, Academic Counselor- Board Treasurer

Angela holds an M.S. in Community Counseling and her B.A. in English Literature. As a member of the leadership team, she brings her experience as an academic counselor, educational adviser, and Workforce education coordinator. In her past roles, she has been able to successfully serve as a liaison, connecting people with the financial, educational, and spiritual resources they required.

Angela has a passion for helping her communities and has served as the State president, vice president and conference chair for TRiO programs, with her tenure spanning from 2013-2019. Her background and expertise provide the leadership team with the experience needed for program support, and we are confident that her experience and knowledge will strengthen the Hearts of Compassion Ministry team and their vision for helping the communities we serve.

Mary Smith, LSW – Board Secretary

A graduate of Alcorn State University, Mary is a licensed social worker and certified ombudsman.  With over 43 year of social work experience, Mary brings her passion and year of experience as an advocate for families, children, and senior citizens to the leadership team.

As a past commissioner for the City of Grenada Preservation, the past president of Mississippi Health Awareness Project and a past member of the Child Abuse Task-force, Mary has a wealth of knowledge and experience relevant to the successful implementation of the mission and vision of Hearts of Compassion Ministry.  We know that Mary’s knowledge of non-profits, understanding of human needs and familiarity with resources utilized and required by the communities we serve, will help us to realize our organizational goals.