Volunteer

Ours is a village mindset

At SPPF, we are fond of the African proverb “it takes a village to raise a child.” It resonates because it honors our connection to past and future, as well as our ability to truly make a difference by enabling youth.  Contact us to find out how your actions today can help build a brighter tomorrow for students in South St. Petersburg

There are many ways to participate as a volunteer including:

  • Marketing – flyer distribution, community engagements, social media advertising, etc. – we are advocating around the importance of literacy overall and specifically about the work of SPPF within the community.
  • Book Distribution Events –we are a small group of people.  Whenever we are present at community events, we can use volunteer support to help distribute books, collect donations, etc.
  • Career Sharing –if you work in an interesting field, especially a STEAM-related field, our students may be very interested to know more about your career and your educational path to achieve it.
  • Teaching — if you are a retired teacher with expertise in teaching reading, math, science and/or art, you may be suited to tutor students as they master these skills within our program

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Pam Williams

Chief Operating Officer

As COO, Pam ensures the organization’s financial, data, fundraising, and HR infrastructure is strong today and ready for scale that multiplies impact in the years ahead. Pam’s 30+ years of nonprofit experience started with the turnaround of an organization in financial crisis, leading to the launch of a consultancy providing training, transition, and turnaround services to nonprofits and associations in the US and East Africa. In 2016, Pam became COO/CFO for the first women’s college in Rwanda, leading an international team across 3 continents and overseeing administration, finance and operations as the business grew from 50 students to over 400. Pam’s work consistently reflects a commitment to equity.

Darren Hammond

Site Operations Leader

Darren Hammond is currently serving as the Site Operations Leader for the Shirley Proctor Puller Foundation. He is a graduate of Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education. He also holds a Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction, National Louis University, and an Education Specialist Degree (Ed. S) in Administration & Supervision, Nova Southeastern University. Darren spent 37 years with Pinellas County Schools transforming students to reach their ultimate learning potential using proven classroom strategies developed during his tenure in education. While working with Pinellas County Schools, he served as Teacher, Guidance counselor, Assistant Principal and as a Principal. Darren is a passionate educator who openly shares his love of learning with teachers, parents, and other educators! He was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Keisha Snead

Academic Leader

B.S. in Elementary Education,Cum Laude, FAMU 1996

I have served 24 years within the Elementary school setting in various instructional roles.  I have also served as the Mentor Coordinator for new and returning teachers. 


I have led professional development for faculty at several schools within Pinellas County.  I have coached colleagues in the understanding and delivery of the standards of reading and writing.  My love for learning is what drives my passion for teaching.  When I look into the eyes of a scholar who needs me, that is where I find my passion!