Our Team

Yolanda Vlorie is the founder  of The Dionte Freeman Foundation Inc. Born in Alameda, Ca in 1972 and raised in Oakland, California. Yolanda attended Oakland Public Schools and holds a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Development. She is also an entrepreneur and a community activist. She formed this Foundation after the tragic and senseless loss of her son Dionte M. Freeman who was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting, June 20, 2011 while visiting with his family. following this, she lost two of her nephews Czerny L. Scott who was shot sitting in his car while picking up his children from school November 16, 2015 and then Daemiion Yaphet 2nd who was shot and killed while playing Billiards at a nightclub April 15, 2018 all of these tragedies happened in the city of Oakland where she was raised. She decided to do something, As opposed allowing these tragedies to sit in her heart and fester into anger, violence, and retaliation she decided it was time to be proactive. She founded the Dionte Freeman Foundation Inc.  not only to help support people who've endeared tragic loss to senseless gun violence and murder. She founded it to take a proactive approach and perhaps prevent these types of Senseless tragedies from occurring. Through the Dionte Freeman Foundation Inc Yolanda is using her resources and networking to provide Financial educational and Community Resources to help eradicate the senseless inner-city violence and tragedies that have impacted so many families. Yolanda is a strong voice in the Bay Area Community. She is a strong believer that through her activism and education and Financial safety nets for at-risk communities that there will be Independence and self-sustainability to protect the community from the pitfalls and traps  of inner-city and at-risk populations.

Anthony E. Grayson (President / Executive Director / Pastor) is a dedicated pastor and community leader based in Oakland, California. Born and raised in Oakland on August 14,1965, he has a strong connection to his community and has been actively involved in various initatives to support and uplift others.  

Anthony attended both Oakland public schools and Oklahoma public schools, gaining a well-rounded education that helped shaped his future endeavors. He holds a PHD in religious studies, reflecting his deep commitment to spirituality and his desire to serve others through his faith. 

For the past 20 years,  Anthony has served as a pastor and a founder of a non-denominational church in Oakland, where he provides guidance, support, and spiritual leadership to his congregation also President of Dionte Freeman Foundation Inc. In addition to his work in the church and the foundation, Anthony has also owned his business since 2012, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to success.

Family is a significant aspect of Anthony's life, as he is married with two children. One of his children has graduated from Cal State long Beach, while the other is currently enrolled in his freshman year at Cal State Fullerton. Anthony takes pride in his family and strive to instill values of education, hard work, and compassion in his children.

Beyond his professional and familial responsibilities, Anthony is actively involved in the juvenile system in Alameda County, serving as a Chaplain and mentor volunteer. His commitment to helping at-risk youth navigate challenges and find a positive path forward demonstrates his dedication to making a positive impact in his community.

Pastor Anthony E. Grayson's multifaceted background and dedication to serving others make him a respected figure in Oakland and beyond.His leadership, compassion, and commitment to faith and community service are admirable qualities that have inspired and uplited many.