At the Tracy Andrus Foundation, our dedicated team is the driving force behind our mission to end homelessness in Marshall, TX. Committed, passionate, and determined, each member brings unique skills and experiences to our cause. Get to know the individuals who work tirelessly to make a difference in our community.

Tracy Andrus

Founder and Executive Director

Tracy Andrus, the visionary behind the Tracy Andrus Foundation, is a relentless advocate for ending homelessness in Marshall, TX. With a heart full of compassion and an unwavering commitment to the cause, Tracy has dedicated over two decades to making a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.

Dr. Sonya Burnett-Andrus

Data Analyst

Dr. Sonya Burnett-Andrus is a dynamic force at the Tracy Andrus Foundation, where she serves as a Data Analyst, Compliance Officer, and Data Manager. With a diverse skill set and a passion for harnessing the power of data to drive social change, Sonya plays a pivotal role in our mission to end homelessness in Marshall, TX.

Elvisha Brightman

Housing Intake Coordinator

Here at the Tracy Andrus Foundation her job is to provide services to the public and help end homelessness in our community.

Ke’ Andrea D. Bradley

Intake Housing Coordinator

She works Alongside dependable, Honest, and devoted personnel, her main objective is to serve our community. We Want to give the communities Hope for the Future! Here at the Tracy Andrus Foundation, we are diligently working to empower the homeless in our communities.

Lesslie Naj

Case Manager

A member of our Housing Coordination team, her background working as Case manager and lately as Intake Housing Coordinator for our foundation, she is a hardworking individual with a passion for helping others to create a better world for everyone. Lesslie is always looking to bring happiness and joy everyone inside and outside her team.

Sylvia Frank

Co-Director

Has been employed with the Tracy Andrus Foundation for the past 3 years. She serves in the capacity as a co-Director/Intake Housing Coordinator/Case manager.  She prides herself on her ability to work with individuals in need of services while lending them a helping to be successful within the community.

Fabiola Gonzalez 

Co-Director

She serves as a co-Director. With a heart full of compassion and an unwavering commitment to the cause, Fabiola has dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.

Meet Mr. Lynn Johnson 

Mr. Lynn Johnson was evicted from his home which led to him being homeless. According to the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, as of January 2020, Texas had an estimated 27,229 experiencing homelessness on any given day, as reported by the Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Of that Total, 1,912 were family households, 1,948 were Veterans, 1,408 were unaccompanied young adults (aged 18-24), and 4,033 were individuals experiencing chronic homelessness. 

If you are experiencing homelessness, please contact us 903-471-8674

Meet James Ward Sr.

Mr. Ward received our assistance and has been kind enough to share his story.