The Furniture Bank will be closed Sept. 12-22. Advocacy and diaper bank remains open.
Board Members
Selena Banks, President and Co-Founder
Audrey Chambers, Secretary/Inventory Specialist
Tanya Epps, Vice President and Co-Founder
The inspiration for founding RizzeUP Resources, Inc. came from the organizations’ President's personal experience assisting youth in foster care and supporting their family members facing medical crisis. Helping people navigate community social services, secure home furnishings, and personal care items showed to have a greater value than
The inspiration for founding RizzeUP Resources, Inc. came from the organizations’ President's personal experience assisting youth in foster care and supporting their family members facing medical crisis. Helping people navigate community social services, secure home furnishings, and personal care items showed to have a greater value than just what
they could provide on an individual level. With a supportive team of compassionate volunteers, RizzeUP Resources, Inc. is able to further the reach of community empowerment. We believe, "When in Doubt, Reach Out!"
Tanya Epps, Vice President and Co-Founder
Audrey Chambers, Secretary/Inventory Specialist
Tanya Epps, Vice President and Co-Founder
Tanya Epps is a native of New York but has lived in Virginia since 1986. As Vice President and
Co-Founder of RizzeUP Resources, Inc. she brings a deep passion for helping families rebuild their
lives. With a background in foster parenting, Tanya plays a key role in shaping the nonprofit’s
strategic direction and ensuring programs operate smo
Tanya Epps is a native of New York but has lived in Virginia since 1986. As Vice President and
Co-Founder of RizzeUP Resources, Inc. she brings a deep passion for helping families rebuild their
lives. With a background in foster parenting, Tanya plays a key role in shaping the nonprofit’s
strategic direction and ensuring programs operate smoothly.
She believes that serving others is both a calling and a privilege, and she works tirelessly to expand
the reach of RizzeUP Resources throughout the Richmond community. Known for her compassionate heart and strong will, Tanya continues to inspire volunteers and partners to support the organization’s mission of empowering families with essential household resources and hope.
Audrey Chambers, Secretary/Inventory Specialist
Audrey Chambers, Secretary/Inventory Specialist
Audrey Chambers, Secretary/Inventory Specialist
Audrey Chambers brings lived experience, resilience, and a deep commitment to youth advocacy. Originally from Newark, NJ, she overcame early adversity and relocated to Richmond, VA in 2005 to create a safer life for her family. While pursuing a degree in human services, Audrey interned with RizzeUP Resources, Inc., where her dedication an
Audrey Chambers brings lived experience, resilience, and a deep commitment to youth advocacy. Originally from Newark, NJ, she overcame early adversity and relocated to Richmond, VA in 2005 to create a safer life for her family. While pursuing a degree in human services, Audrey interned with RizzeUP Resources, Inc., where her dedication and compassion led to her appointment as a Board Member. She is now launching her own nonprofit focused on empowering underserved youth and strengthening communities.
Beverly Jones, Intake Specialist/Receptionist
Beverly Jones, Intake Specialist/Receptionist
Audrey Chambers, Secretary/Inventory Specialist
Beverly Jones is a veteran. Her background is in healthcare. She reached out to RizzeUp Resources to
donate a couch but subsequently found a purpose to give back to the Community. Volunteering distracts her from her own personal health challenges and gives back to others who may be in need. She is affiliated with PVA (Paralyzed Veterans of America) and Wounded Warriors.
Julie Lampkins, Marketing Director
Beverly Jones, Intake Specialist/Receptionist
Julie Lampkins, Marketing Director
Julie Lampkins holds a Master of Arts degree in Strategic Communications. She is a multi-passionate creative and volunteers for the RizzeUP Resources' Marketing position. She also enjoys volunteering for animal rescue organizations.
Members
Sonya Ashby, Event Planner
Rajon Ashby- Bilingual Specialist/Marketing and Public Relations Assistant
Rajon Ashby- Bilingual Specialist/Marketing and Public Relations Assistant
Sonya’s passion and warm personality has allowed her to have the position of RizzeUp Resource’s Event Planner. She’s never met a stranger. She is also a humanitarian advocate. While her full-time position is a finance operation manager, Sonya is very passionate about helping others in the community.
“You don’t change the world wi
Sonya’s passion and warm personality has allowed her to have the position of RizzeUp Resource’s Event Planner. She’s never met a stranger. She is also a humanitarian advocate. While her full-time position is a finance operation manager, Sonya is very passionate about helping others in the community.
“You don’t change the world with the ideas in your mind; but the conviction in your heart."
Rajon Ashby- Bilingual Specialist/Marketing and Public Relations Assistant
Rajon Ashby- Bilingual Specialist/Marketing and Public Relations Assistant
Rajon Ashby- Bilingual Specialist/Marketing and Public Relations Assistant
Rajon Ashby provides support through community outreach, marketing, administrative operations, and Spanish-language communication. He is passionate about service and leadership and enjoys connecting with others and helping RizzeUP make a meaningful impact in the community. “Your value doesn’t decrease based on someone’s inability to see your worth.”
