​Stephanie Brown
Chief Executive Director

Stephanie joined The FUN Club in 2016 as the Director of Resource Development. Stephanie oversees The FUN Club's strategic direction and daily operations including; the delivery of programs and services, finance, resource development, recreational activities, fundraising events and community outreach. In 2018, Stephanie became the President & Chief Executive Director of the organization.  In addition, Stephanie also serves as the Executive Director of The FUN Club Board of Directors.
​Stephanie graduated from the University of North Georgia with a BBA in Marketing & Management.  Stephanie was employed with Buford City Schools at Buford High School from 2005 - 2016 as the school's academic & athletic financial bookkeeper.

During the summer months of her high school & UNG college years, Stephanie worked as a lifeguard & camp counselor at Will-A-Way special needs camp located inside Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Ga. which began her desire to become involved with the special needs community in some capacity in her future. 

Stephanie and her husband, Mike Brown, live in Buford, Ga and are the proud parents of two children, Preston & Keighly. 

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Val Lipscomb 
Day Program Coordinator / Admin Assistant

Val joined the Friends U Need Club full-time in April 2023.  She previously held the position of assistant closing coordinator for a local home builder. Val graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations.
Val has been a supporter of the FUN Club for many years.  She and her family have volunteered numerous times over the years.  Val is so excited to be a full-time member of the FUN Club family!

Val and her husband Geno live in Jefferson and are the proud parents of Caroline and Carson.

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Michelle Palmer
Marketing & Events Assistant

Michelle joined the FUN Club in 2023 as the Marketing and Events Assistant. She graduated from The University of West Georgia with a Bachelors Degree in Organizational Leadership. Michelle has previously worked as the Guest Services and Engagement Director at a local North Point Ministries Church campus.
Michelle is thrilled to be part of The FUN Club and is looking forward to the future. She brings her experience in engagement initiatives and events to spread our story in the community.

Michelle and her husband, Drew Palmer live in Flowery Branch and they are the proud parents of Daniel and Peyton Palmer. 

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​Shirley Crapps
Day Program Aide/FUN Club House Manager

Shirley is a very special part of The FUN Club team for many reasons; however, the best reason is that she is the mother to one of our precious FUN Club members, Kenley. Shirley began at The FUN Club in a part-time capacity in April of 2019.  When our FUN Club family began growing and welcoming new members, she accepted a full time position in July of 2020.  Shirley graduated from Atkinson County High School and then attended Ware County Technical School and Brewton Parker.
Shirley imagines, organizes & assists with art projects to keep our members’ creativity flowing. She designs engaging group time activities daily. Shirley is also a great partner to FUN Club members in a game of UNO or building a jigsaw puzzle. 

​Shirley and her husband, Burton are parents to BJ, Amy and Kenley. They are also blessed to have 7 beautiful grandchildren.

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Kelly DeLoach
Day Program Aide / Teacher

​Kelly joined the Friends U Need Club team full-time in August 2022 after retiring from 31 years of teaching K-5.  
Kelly graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, then went on to earn her Masters in Early Childhood Education from University of West Georgia and Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership from Lincoln Memorial University.  She has taught grades K-5 for the past 31 years and recently retired from Education in Buford City Schools.  Kelly also coached tennis during her time at Buford City Schools.  
Kelly has been a supporter of the FUN Club for many years and she and her children have volunteered numerous times over the years. She is very excited to be a part of this amazing organization and is looking forward to the future. She brings her experience in education to help enrich the lives of each FUN Club member through learning and exploration.  
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Kelly and her husband, Ryan DeLoach live in Flowery Branch and they are the proud parents of Cameron and Kennedy. 

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Jaclyn Boyce
Day Program Aide / Teacher
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​Jaclyn graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, then went on to earn her Master's in Special Education from Walden University and Specialist's in Curriculum and Instruction from Valdosta State University. She taught from 2008-2023 for Gwinnett County Public Schools in the area of Special Education. She has taught students with Specific Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mild Intellectual Disabilities, and Severe/Profound Intellectual Disabilities. Jaclyn was also a co-sponsor of Buddies Club, which created opportunities for students being served in special education classes to connect inside and outside of school with their peers. Since 2005, Jaclyn has worked at a summer camp for people with special needs.

Jaclyn is very excited to be joining the FUN Club! On her first visit, she knew that this organization was incredibly special and wanted to take part in creating memorable experiences for the FUN Club members. Her education and experience in Special Education will help to plan and modify fun and engaging activities.

Jaclyn and her husband, John Robert Boyce, live in Flowery Branch and are the proud parents of Addison and Henry.

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Maggie Grennan
Day Program Aide / Teacher

Maggie Grennan started working full time at the FUN Club in 2024. She is passionate about the FUN Club mission and eager to learn from our FUN Club members and staff. Maggie Graduated with her Associates degree from Weber State University and studied Social Work at the University of Utah before graduating from Atlanta Dental Assisting School. She has volunteered in classroom settings and tutored in Special Education classes. 
Maggie and her husband Timothy Grennan moved to Georgia from Utah in 2023 and currently live in Suwanee. 

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Meet Our Board of Directors

Jamie Thigpen
Jodi Bryant
Wendy Cunningham

Vickie Thigpen

DJ Hardee
Not Pictured: Melissa Bowen