Project Blueprint: Courtney Chester

“I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” – Maya Angelou

Courtney is the former Executive Director of The Martin Center, a local community center seeking to serve the underrepresented youth of Canton City.

She is the proud wife of seven years to Nathaniel Chester III and devout mother to four beautiful children, Jayla, Nathaniel IV, Rylie and Michael.

Courtney graduated from The University of Akron, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Supervision with a minor in Child Develepment.

She is currently working on a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling and embracing every opportunity to give back. Courtney has a heart for empowering women from all walks of life.

“Project Blueprint is such a blessing. Every meeting, I walk away with valuable information and I am extremely excited to put what I’m learning into good use. Thank you United Way and Flo for allowing me the opportunity to be part of quality change.”