About Us
About
Rhonda Walker Foundation
Established in 2003, the Rhonda Walker Foundation serves Detroit girls and young women through programs that provide mentorship, education, leadership development, career preparation and access to experiences that support their development and broaden opportunity.
To empower Detroit girls and young women through mentorship, education, leadership development and meaningful opportunities that prepare them to become strong, confident, successful and principled leaders.
Our Mission
To empower Detroit girls and young women through mentorship, education, leadership development and meaningful opportunities that prepare them to become strong, confident, successful and principled leaders.
Our Vision
A future where every girl has the confidence, preparation and opportunity to achieve success, lead with integrity and make a meaningful impact in her community.
Board of Directors
Guiding RWF’s Mission and Future
RWF’s Board of Directors provides strategic leadership and stewardship to advance the Foundation’s mission, strengthen its impact and position the organization for continued growth.
Lloyd Banks
Board Chair
CEO & Principal
Banks & Company
Kimberly Keaton Williams
Board Vice-Chair
Vice President, Talent Acquisition and Development and Chief Diversity Officer
MacLaren Health Care
Rhonda Walker
RWF President/Founder
Anchor
WDIV-TV 4
Sheree Calhoun
Board Secretary
Content Producer
WDIV-TV 4
Ja’Don Bridges
Senior Vice President of Operations
Raymond James & Associates
Robin Gamble
Founder-CEO
Robin Gamble Photography
Lottie Holland
Vice President Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement & EEO Compliance
Stellantis
Nikki Howard-Combs
Founder-CEO
12 NV Events
Dr. Stacie Hunter
Chief Operating Officer
Racheal Allen, Inc.
Hon. Shelia Johnson
Chief Judge
46th District
Burt Jordan
President
Atlantic Coastal Acquisition Corporation
Briana Mitchell
Program Communications Officer, Community Foundation for SE Michigan
Monyka Murphy
Women’s Business Health Specialist
Astellas Pharma
Caili Rowe
Global Vice President of Non-Production Purchasing Lear Corporation
Bonnie Smith
EVP, Chief Information Officer
TD SYNNEX
Kevin Smith, Esq.
Deputy State Treasurer
State of Michigan
Our Team
For over 12 years, Erycka Hunter has driven operational excellence and innovative people strategies across various sectors. Now, as the CEO of the Rhonda Walker Foundation, Erycka is focused on creating a transformative environment where young women feel empowered to lead with confidence, supported by programs that nurture their talents and open doors to endless opportunities. Before joining the Foundation, Erycka supported nonprofit organizations as a Fractional HR Consultant and Executive Coach, while serving as the Principal Consultant of Hunter Professional Solutions. She also held pivotal roles at the Kalamazoo Community Foundation, Flint Community Schools, and the City of Flint, where she discovered her passion for shaping initiatives that empower communities.
As CEO of the Rhonda Walker Foundation, Erycka’s vision centers on expanding the organization’s programs to reach more young women, leveraging partnerships, mentorship opportunities, and educational resources to provide the tools needed for success. She is committed to developing leadership skills in young women, equipping them with the resilience and mindset to become changemakers in their communities and beyond. Additionally, she prioritizes the long-term sustainability of the Foundation by fostering innovative programming and deepening relationships with supporters who share the mission of uplifting young women.