Meet our Team
Debranna Hua
Cherita Mcneal
Debranna Hua
Debranna is the daughter of a veteran and a retired teacher, raised with the values of service, sacrifice, and compassion. Her lifelong passion for giving back has taken her from Katrina disaster relief and local food banks to Habitat for Humanity, the Red Cross, and international volunteer efforts. Drawing on her own experience as a GI B
Debranna is the daughter of a veteran and a retired teacher, raised with the values of service, sacrifice, and compassion. Her lifelong passion for giving back has taken her from Katrina disaster relief and local food banks to Habitat for Humanity, the Red Cross, and international volunteer efforts. Drawing on her own experience as a GI Bill recipient and VA student worker, she carries a special commitment to supporting servicewomen, servicemen, and their families. She also believes deeply in setting children up for a brighter future by removing hurdles that prevent them from thriving. Throughout her successful professional career, she has demonstrated strong leadership across various organizations, further preparing her to guide The Hidden Halo Foundation with vision and heart.Through The Hidden Halo Foundation, she is dedicated to uplifting kids, families, and veterans while building a stronger, more compassionate community for all.
Pamela Tate
Cherita Mcneal
Debranna Hua
Pamela Cook Tate is a retired Middle School Teacher who was employed with the Charlotte Mecklenburg School System for 23 years. She holds a BA from Western Carolina University in Speech Communications and Theatre Arts and a minor in Radio and Television with teacher certification courses via UNC-Asheville and UNC-Charlotte.
During her ye
Pamela Cook Tate is a retired Middle School Teacher who was employed with the Charlotte Mecklenburg School System for 23 years. She holds a BA from Western Carolina University in Speech Communications and Theatre Arts and a minor in Radio and Television with teacher certification courses via UNC-Asheville and UNC-Charlotte.
During her years in the classroom, she has witnessed the strong needs of students who are disenfranchised on many levels, and have always heeded the strong desire to help in any way possible. She is committed to this effort for children and veterans. She is no longer teaching, but through this initiative, her desire will always be to remain a lifelong public servant.
Pamela understands the importance of students being seen and acknowledged.
It is Important to assure that students know that they are all capable of impacting their world and becoming productive and successful adults.
Pamela strongly believes that altruism is the key to success in this world.
Cherita Mcneal
Cherita Mcneal
Cherita Mcneal
Cherita McNeal is a experienced attorney and certified mediator with a steadfast dedication to justice, service, and community empowerment. She is passionate about uplifting veterans and people experiencing homelessness through compassionate legal advocacy and holistic support. Cherita harnesses her legal acumen and deeply held values to
Cherita McNeal is a experienced attorney and certified mediator with a steadfast dedication to justice, service, and community empowerment. She is passionate about uplifting veterans and people experiencing homelessness through compassionate legal advocacy and holistic support. Cherita harnesses her legal acumen and deeply held values to provide veterans and unhoused individuals with thorough legal representation and wrap‑around assistance.
Her leadership is shaped by both empathy and professional rigor. Her long‑term volunteer service with organizations such as Thirst for Justice and Free Legal Answers demonstrates her unwavering commitment to offering accessible, dignified legal help to historically underserved communities. At Hidden Halo Foundation, Cherita builds on this legacy, delivering transformative services that protect rights, promote housing stability, and reinvigorate hope.
Jackie Herbert
Cherita Mcneal
Cherita Mcneal
Jacqueline Herbert is a committed board member with a deep passion for supporting homeless children and veterans. She brings heart, vision, and advocacy to the mission of creating safe, stable futures for those most in need. Jacqueline & her husband currently own and operate a (5) bedroom boarding home for men in Charlotte. Her business /
Jacqueline Herbert is a committed board member with a deep passion for supporting homeless children and veterans. She brings heart, vision, and advocacy to the mission of creating safe, stable futures for those most in need. Jacqueline & her husband currently own and operate a (5) bedroom boarding home for men in Charlotte. Her business / accounting background and passion for helping others has allowed her to provide affordable housing since 2010. Jacqueline is honored to serve and help lead efforts that uplift lives and strengthen communities.
Sheron Carr
Sherry Hamilton
Sherry Hamilton
Sheron Carr is a passionate and dedicated board member who brings a deep commitment to service and community empowerment. With a heart for advocacy and a strong sense of purpose, Sheron plays a vital role in advancing the mission to support homeless children and veterans. Her leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication help drive impactful programs that restore hope and change lives.
Sherry Hamilton
Sherry Hamilton
Sherry Hamilton
Sherry Hamilton is a dedicated board member with a strong background in community service and care. With years of experience in daycare and as a Sunday School teacher, Sherry brings a nurturing and faith-rooted perspective to her advocacy for homeless children. Her career as a United States Postal Worker reflects her commitment to public
Sherry Hamilton is a dedicated board member with a strong background in community service and care. With years of experience in daycare and as a Sunday School teacher, Sherry brings a nurturing and faith-rooted perspective to her advocacy for homeless children. Her career as a United States Postal Worker reflects her commitment to public service and reliability. Sherry is passionate about supporting both veterans and children, and she plays an active role in helping the organization provide hope, stability, and opportunity to those most in need.