Light & Cover is a Movement

At Light & Cover, we focus on human-centered actions that promote kindness and raise awareness about social issues, fostering a compassionate community dedicated to making a positive impact.

Our Mission
Join Our Movement

Through various initiatives, we aim to inspire individuals to take action, support those in need, and create a more inclusive society where everyone feels valued and cared for.

Key Initiative: Lightway App

The Lightway App our key initiative that drives personal advocacy.

Leads the overall vision, direction, and execution of Light & Cover and Lightway. Responsible for organizational strategy, product direction, partnerships, functional oversight.

Supports how Light & Cover and Lightway are positioned publicly; particularly with community stakeholders such as councils, residents, and partner organizations.

Focuses on translating advocacy into tangible, real-world action. Proposes and organizes engagement opportunities and helps align offline activities with the Lightway App.

Focuses on strengthening the usability and overall experience of the Lightway App to support adoption and pilot readiness.

Founding Advisory Board

Our founding members bring diverse experience and a shared commitment to compassion, equity, and community impact.

Tanacha Gaines

Founder, President
tanacha@lightandcover.org

Derrionna Jones

Community Engagement Advisor
derrionna@lightandcover.org

Shawnae Muck-Ballard, MBA

Strategic Communications Advisor
shawnae@lightandcover.org

Chauni Brown

UX Engineering and Development Advisor
chauni@lightandcover.org

Supports the strategic direction of Light & Cover’s data, systems, and emerging tech initiatives. Identifies how innovation, including responsible use of AI, enhances how we understand and amplify advocacy efforts.

Rodney Puplampu

AI, Data, and Systems Strategy Advisor
rodney@lightandcover.org

Our Location

We are dedicated to promoting kindness and raising awareness about homelessness in our community.

Address

123 Kindness Ave, City

Hours

9 AM - 5 PM