14Drew’s Narrative: I am from Berryville, Arkansas, and reside in Richmond, Virginia. I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Harding University and a Master’s in Exercise & Nutrition Science from Lipscomb University. During graduate school, I joined the Development Team of one of my favorite nonprofits, Preemptive Love, to help raise funds and communicate with donors to support the organization’s international peacemaking efforts through relief, jobs, and community programming. Affected by an incarcerated father myself, I am passionate about fatherhood, healthy masculinity, and the presence of dads in their children’s lives. With a strong background in fundraising, donor communication, reporting, and grant writing, as well as a holistic education in health, I am proud to support Fathers’ UpLift’s efforts to reduce stigmas around mental health and help men who’ve faced systemic barriers overcome them within the context of the community so they can show up fully alive and healthy in their lives and with their families.

If I could invite someone to dinner, it would probably be Andy Grammer or Chris Evans—his two heroes. Chris (aka Captain America and People Magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive of 2022”) and Andy (singer-songwriter and incredible human being) are both exemplary men who are advocates for healthy masculinity, finding joy, and standing up for and advocating for others… These are prime examples of using one’s talents and platform for the good of humanity. Also, they’re both hilarious and would be a great hang for hours on end.