Meet Our Team
Get to know our talented team and discover what makes them great.
Valencia Hunt
Valencia Hunte is a passionate leader, community advocate, and founder of VFL. With a heart for people and a deep commitment to uplifting underserved youth and families, she brings compassion, strength, and vision to everything she touches. Her purpose-driven leadership continues to shape VFL into a beacon of hope, healing, and empowerment across Houston.
Dr. Deryck Hunte
Dr. Deryck J. Hunte is a visionary leader, and community builder with a relentless passion for transforming lives. As Executive Director of VFL, he leads with both strategy and compassion empowering youth, strengthening families, and building systems that bring real change. His journey from hardship to hope fuels his mission to serve overlooked communities with purpose, power, and faith.
Valencia Eaton
Valencia Eaton serves as the Director of Compliance for VFL, ensuring our programs meet the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and impact. With a sharp eye for detail and a heart for community service, she bridges compliance with compassion helping VFL remain trustworthy, transparent, and aligned with its mission to serve youth and families with excellence.
Alecia James Davis
Alecia James Davis oversees the financial operations of VFL with precision, integrity, and purpose. As Director of Finance, she ensures every dollar is stewarded wisely to maximize community impact. With a strong background in financial management and a passion for purpose-driven work, Alecia plays a vital role in sustaining and growing VFL’s mission to empower youth and families across Houston.