About Us

Jones County Community Hope (JCCH) is dedicated to being a positive influence to the community. Our Board of Directors meet monthly to discuss needs and concerns of the residents.  Each Board Member keeps an ear open to community members. Working closely with the Food Bank of Eastern and Central North Carolina, Coastal Community Action, Healthier Together, NC Counts, the Hispanic Federation, and many of our other partners; we strive to connect people to the resources they need. 

Board Members

Board Chairman / President

Mr. Rodney D. Parker is Pastor of St. Stephen COC, DOC located in Trenton, NC. He is Vice-Bishop of the Goldsboro-Raleigh District Assembly.  He serves as the Board Chair and has a heart to serve the people of the Jones County Community.

Email-RodneyParker@jcchope.org

Vice President

Mr. Jerol Bryant serves as Vice President. He is a native of Jones County and currently lives in Trenton. He is a community advocate and loves to help anyone in need.

Email- JerolByrant@jcchope.org

Treasurer

Mrs. Terence Suiter is a native of Jones County. She currently resides in Jacksonville, NC. Having a great financial background, she currently serves as the Treasurer of the Board.

Email- TerenceSuiter@jcchope.org

Secretary

Ms. Beverly Hines is a native of Jones County and lives in Trenton, NC. She serves as Secretary of the Board and also as secretary of her local church. As one of the founding members of JCCH, she is happy for the growth and momentum of this organization.

Email- BeverlyHines@jcchope.org

Board Member

Mr. Michael Pretty is a Jones County native and currently resides in Pollocksville, NC. He is pastor of Joe's Branch Church in Craven County. He is a member of the Board and is excited to be a part of positive change.

Email- MichaelPretty@jcchope.org

Board Member

Mr. Vernon Harris is a native of Jones County and resides in Pollocksville, NC. He has great community connections and as a member of the Board, he offers the connectivity to the community. He is a great asset.

Email- VernonHarris@jcchope.org

Board Member

Mr. Willie Jones is a resident of Craven County but Pastors St. Matthew AME Zion Church located in Trenton, NC. He is a member of the board. He believes in being a servant and volunteers on a regular basis in many community events. Mr. Jones is anticipating great things for JCCH.

Email- WillieJones@jcchope.org