Our Vision: To transform the life of individuals and families to become self-sufficient and productive citizens.
What we’re all about
Respond, Inc. is a charitable, not for profit 501 (c) (3) organization created by community residents to enhance and promote the economic independence and general welfare of individuals and families residing in Camden City and county. This mission is carried forth in the provision of comprehensive services in child care, a senior adult center, programs for homeless adults, rental housing and home ownership, youth services, employment, economic development and associated programs that help people help themselves.
Our team is comprised of dedicated professionals
Vance M. Lofton
Executive Director
Vance M. Lofton leverages more than 20 years of operational and leadership experience by providing strategic and visionary direction. He has a proven track record in fiscal management, program administration and Information technology.
His prior experience includes, The Philadelphia Youth Network, Big Brothers Big Sisters and Better Tomorrows where he managed human service programs, operations and technology initiatives.
Mr. Lofton is a lifelong advocate of community service and has demonstrated his commitment to the community by volunteering his time and talent with several nonprofits engaged in youth & children’s services, homelessness, and community development.
Mr. Lofton holds a MBA from DeVry University, Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Georgia State University.
Julie Bergman has over 20 years of experience working with children and families in different settings and countries. She was born and raised in Quebec, Canada and has been in New Jersey since 2008.
She is passionate in fostering children's learning abilities by helping to facilitate learning through a vast array of child specific activities and curriculum.
Over the years, she has built many relationships working directly with professionals, families and children with special needs giving her the opportunity to work with many different organizations in Camden County such as Bancroft, Virtua, Board of Education and many more.
She is passionate in fostering children's learning abilities by helping to facilitate learning through a vast array of child specific activities and curriculum.
Over the years, she has built many relationships working directly with professionals, families and children with special needs giving her the opportunity to work with many different organizations in Camden County such as Bancroft, Virtua, Board of Education and many more.
Dion Wiles is first a “Class A Carpenter” or commonly known as a journeyman in union terms. Over the course of his life, Dion has developed a passion for construction, especially carpentry. He has dedicated the better part of three decades working for companies as a carpenter, restoring and bringing back to life homes, churches, and commercial properties. Dion understands the important role he plays in rebuilding not only edifice, but people as well. For the last fifteen years has put himself in position to do just that, by seeking higher education and certifications where needed within the field he loves so much. He is a trained and certified carpenter who has received numerous awards for his dedication and love of the trade. Dion is yet seeking more knowledge as he pursues a bachelor degree in human services at Lincoln University.
Board of Directors
Rev. Tom Lank
President
Rev. Bob Costello, Esq.
Vice President
LaTonya Bland Å Tull, Esq.
Secretary
Dr. Nikki LaBombard
Treasurer
Rev. Calvin Woods
Jeffrey Moore
Dr. Theresa Rhett-Davis
Michael Butch
Nanette Carrion-Quernuel
Rev. Chris Heckert
Rev. Dr. John Randall
Rev. Dr. Stanley Menking
Crystal Dozier, ESQ.
Cynthia Bagwell
Dr. Yang Yang
Partners
