Kelsey Hill Founder/President
Lisa Avila Director/Secretary
Kyle Hill Director/Treasurer
Kelsey Hill founded BBFS in 2022 after a life changing trip to Uganda. After several years advocating for victims of trauma, the Lord called her to start a ministry to help those without a voice sing a song of freedom.
Her passion for people as well as ministry has been a perfect catalyst to help the needy. She has a desire for connection
Kelsey Hill founded BBFS in 2022 after a life changing trip to Uganda. After several years advocating for victims of trauma, the Lord called her to start a ministry to help those without a voice sing a song of freedom.
Her passion for people as well as ministry has been a perfect catalyst to help the needy. She has a desire for connection and sharing proper awareness with others. Using her small business as a way to share her vision, Beyond Beauty for Survivors has become a community effort formed through relationships.
"Together, we can make a difference."
Kyle Hill Director/Treasurer
Lisa Avila Director/Secretary
Kyle Hill Director/Treasurer
Kyle Hill is not only Kelsey's husband but also a pivotal part of the success of Beyond Beauty for Survivors. His passion for sharing his love for Jesus and his unwavering support have helped to shape the organization into what it is today.
Kyle serves full-time in the military as an active-duty Coast Guardsman. His commitment to his count
Kyle Hill is not only Kelsey's husband but also a pivotal part of the success of Beyond Beauty for Survivors. His passion for sharing his love for Jesus and his unwavering support have helped to shape the organization into what it is today.
Kyle serves full-time in the military as an active-duty Coast Guardsman. His commitment to his country and fellow servicemen has provided him with a deep-rooted desire to give back to the underprivileged.
Kyle has taken on the role of treasurer and is excited for what the future holds for Beyond Beauty for Survivors.
Lisa Avila Director/Secretary
Lisa Avila Director/Secretary
Lisa Avila Director/Secretary
My name is Lisa Avila, and I am a wife of 21 years, a mother of three, and part of a proud military family. Throughout our many moves and seasons of life, God has continually placed people in my path who share a heart for justice and a passion to help end human trafficking.
For much of my life, I felt a calling to serve Africa, even when
My name is Lisa Avila, and I am a wife of 21 years, a mother of three, and part of a proud military family. Throughout our many moves and seasons of life, God has continually placed people in my path who share a heart for justice and a passion to help end human trafficking.
For much of my life, I felt a calling to serve Africa, even when I didn’t fully understand why. That calling became clear when I was asked to be part of Beyond Beauty for Survivors. Serving on the board of this nonprofit has brought purpose and clarity to that long-held calling, allowing me to be part of meaningful work that restores hope and dignity to survivors. I have seen how God woven purpose into every chapter of my life and uses my experience for His greater plan.
I wholeheartedly believe in the mission of empowering women and children in Africa to discover their God-given worth, strength, walk in healing, and step into a future filled with hope. Serving with Beyond Beauty for Survivors is not just an opportunity—it is a calling to serve, uplift, and help create lasting change that I am grateful to walk in as I follow God’s leading and serve His people.
Sylvia Banda Strategic Advisor
Sylvia Banda Strategic Advisor
Sylvia Banda Strategic Advisor
Sylvia Banda is a technology and wellness leader with experience spanning higher
education, the corporate sector, non-profit digital strategy, and trauma informed
wellness services. She currently serves as Director of IT Professional Services at the
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, where she leads strategic technology initiatives,
operatio
Sylvia Banda is a technology and wellness leader with experience spanning higher
education, the corporate sector, non-profit digital strategy, and trauma informed
wellness services. She currently serves as Director of IT Professional Services at the
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, where she leads strategic technology initiatives,
operational planning, and service delivery within a complex academic environment.
Sylvia also brings corporate experience as a strategic leader, with a background in
aligning technology, people, and process to support organizational growth and
sustainability. In the non-profit sector, she serves as the Chief Technology Strategist and
Director of Digital Program Delivery for the National Trauma-Informed Entrepreneurship
Initiative, Ladies Empowered with Resources organization strengthening mission
delivery through effective digital infrastructure and innovation. She is also the founder of
Syl Synergy, a wellness and consulting practice focused on trauma-informed care,
sustainable wellness and whole person healing.
Having grown up in Uganda and maintaining strong ties to the region, Sylvia brings
cultural insight, lived understanding, and global perspective to Beyond Beauty for
Survivors. As a board member, she is committed to supporting programs that empower
women and children through culturally responsive, dignified, and sustainable solutions
aligned with the organization’s work in Uganda.
Val Vanderpal Director
Sylvia Banda Strategic Advisor
Sylvia Banda Strategic Advisor
Val has currently accepted a call back into ministry to serve as RiverGlen RG Kids Lead in Pewaukee! Val has had a passion for kids for many years. She has worked as a para-educator, a special-needs educator, a child-care provider, and for six years as a preschool teacher in New Berlin. But in addition to all that, Val helped build, laun
Val has currently accepted a call back into ministry to serve as RiverGlen RG Kids Lead in Pewaukee! Val has had a passion for kids for many years. She has worked as a para-educator, a special-needs educator, a child-care provider, and for six years as a preschool teacher in New Berlin. But in addition to all that, Val helped build, launch, and lead a children's ministry at one of the campuses for a megachurch in California. She has a heart to see kids connect with faith, and a burden for mercy and justice. She has a passion for international missions and has been doing missions since 2008. Vals loves supporting different organizations that deal with orphaned and rescued children, post abortion ministries, sex trafficking, and rescued horses. She is a wife to an incredible man, mother to two beautiful children, originally from Peru, loves ceviche, dark chocolate with salt, and will say to skydiving at any time. One of the most cherished moments in her walk with God was when she went to Uganda in 2008; since then, her life has been changed with God's grace. She is looking forward to walking alongside this incredible organization!
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Beyond Beauty for Survivors - Prayer Board
Our organization is dedicated to empowering women and children in Uganda by providing vital resources and education. We believe that everyone deserves access to a better life, and we work tirelessly to make that a reality. Through our programs and partnerships, we strive to create a more equitable and just society for all. Join us in our mission to make a difference!
We believe that prayer is the most powerful way to partner. If you are interested in joining our prayer board please email: BeyondBeautyforSurvivors@gmail.com Attn: Prayer Board
