Our Team
The people behind the village.
Our dedicated leadership team drives our mission to support and uplift vulnerable families — working tirelessly to create a safe, nurturing environment where families can transition from crisis to stability.
Leadership & Staff
Pastor Alex Blake
Alex Blake is the visionary founder of The Harvest Village and Communities United for Kids. Driven by faith and a deep conviction that children belong in families — not systems — Alex launched the 12-acre campus to create a true family preservation ecosystem in Glenn Heights, TX.
Christi
Christi oversees the day-to-day programs and services at The Harvest Village, ensuring every family receives the wraparound support they need to move from crisis to stability.
Jaidyn
Jaidyn leads equine therapy and mentorship programs, using the healing power of horses and consistent relationship to help children and mothers process trauma and build trust.
Board of Directors
Roslyn Winterhalter
Starling Oliver
Dr. Josh & Christy Uptigrove
Kathie Johnson
A.C. Blake
Storytelling & Media
Israel Boogere
Filmmaker & Storytelling Strategist — Dallas–Fort Worth
Stories that move leaders to action. Israel works with mission-driven organizations to uncover the deeper story behind their work and turn it into films that move people to believe, give, join, and act.