Sharon retired after 23 years of coaching the Butler University women’s volleyball team, which included NCAA Tournament appearances and conference championships. She brings a wealth of expertise through her work and volunteerism as she seeks to help people of color in non-traditional sports through health and wellness initiatives.
Tasha is a self taught plant-based chef with a medical and education background. She loves music, art, nature, teaching, and creativity. Her motto is to inspire purpose in everything she does.
Anisa, a Butler University graduate with a background in Arts Administration and Art History, originates from Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Her interests span art curation, dance, mentoring girls, pilates, and exploring Indianapolis’ culinary scene. With a passion for nonprofit management and the arts, she aims to forge impactful relationships within Indianapolis’ Near Northwest community.
Jalesa, a proud Butler University alumna, excelled as a Division I volleyball athlete. Following graduation, she channeled her passion for sports into coaching. Jalesa combines her expertise in sports management and community engagement to drive impactful initiatives. She is dedicated to nurturing healthy, resilient communities on the near Northwest side of Indianapolis— where her late father was raised and experienced the challenges of systemic racism.
Leah is a gardener, novelist, and sustainability educator in Indianapolis. Passionate about food and the life of the soil, she loves coaxing abundance from forgotten urban spaces. When not at Aspire House, she can be found chasing her chickens out of kale or wandering the Near East Side with her nose in a book.
Nora graduated with a degree in Sports Communications from the University of Evansville in 2023. She serves with Aspire House through the AmeriCorps Public Allies program. Her dream is to inspire and connect communities through sports. In her free time, she enjoys watching her favorite sports teams, especially the Cincinnati Bengals, and exploring the world with friends.
Boni is a former educator who extended that passion into community engagement. Her diverse interests and experiences have shaped her approach to seeking opportunities and resources for children and families in need. She genuinely appreciates many forms of artistic expression and loves music, cooking, and traveling. She is a wife and mother of two adult sons.
Tia is an artist, a lifetime student, and a full-time mother to two children. She enjoys the outdoors, food, and art. One of her favorite things to do is pouring into the community.
