Who We Are

We are a non-profit organization, and we are bringing the Philadelphia community together by empowering everyone to live healthier lifestyles through eating right and exercising.

Mission and Values

Our Mission

We are dedicated to empowering individuals to make a permanent lifestyle change through healthier eating and increased physical activity.

Our Values

Respect. Teamwork. Compassion. Empathy. Integrity. Love. Kindness. Trust. All of these words empower us to want to bring the Philadelphia community.

CEFN History Timeline

Our Board of Directors

Sherry Hill - Founder

Sherry Hill is the Founder and Executive Director of the Community Enrichment Fitness Network (CEFN). She is a graduate of Bryn Mawr Graduate School with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Sherry is also a licensed social worker who has been working with the older adult population for over 30 years.

Her passion is to help older adults ward off degenerative diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, congestive heart failure, cancer, and other related chronic illnesses, which led her to develop CEFN in May 2007. The first Nutritional Awareness & Healthy Cooking pilot was launched at Truelight Fellowship Church in the Mt. Erie section of Philadelphia, and the rest was history.

Rev. Sharron McClain - Board President

Rev. Sharon McClain is board President of CEFN, is a native from Decatur, Georgia, has worked as a Clinical Mental Health Therapist, Foster Care Social Worker, Mental Health Case Manager, State Prison Hostage Negotiator, Assistant Director – Shelter for Women and Children; Administrator/Supervisor for a state funded program for children-at-risk. She has been a state program director for Miss Black America Beauty Pageant. Rev. Sharon is Founder/C.E.O. of Rose of Sharon Mission Ministries.

Vaughn Coleman - Board Vice President

As a Certified Financial Planner, he works through a brokerage firm to offer financial planning services through several different companies, including Lincoln Financial, Allianz Life, John Hancock, Prudential Life, Assurity, Genworth, and Great American. This allows him the flexibility to offer the best product mix from a range of different companies as well as teach financial education throughout the region. He is licensed in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware and regularly holds workshops and information sessions for various organizations.

Jamal Blanks - Interim Treasurer

My name is Jamal Blanks, I am a Community Development Specialist at Independence Blue Cross, I have worked in the field of social service for over 20 years. I started my carrier working with DHS and after a few yrs. I transitioned to IBX working with the Senior population. I am looking to increase our impact with more support in the community. My goal is to equip individuals with the tools and support needed to take their health and well-being to the next level.

Board Members

Alisha Willis - Event Coordinator

For over a decade, Alisha Willis-Seigler has been a noteworthy leader in working with the older adult population. As the former service coordinator of Opportunities Towers I and II in North Philadelphia, she started programs such as the Senior Prom, Senior Helping Hands, and the Towers Art program. Alisha can also be credited with contributions to the CEFN Senior Harvest Ball and the pilot project for the Nutrition Awareness Classes.

The love for her grandmother played a major role in her commitment to serve the older adult population. In 2021, after being a volunteer for CEFN, Alisha was proud and honored to serve as a board member. She continues to serve as CEFN’s board member and event coordinator.

Cherita A. Odums - Secretary

Cherita A. Odums is the CEO and sole proprietor of The “O” Insurance Group LLC. She has been an insurance provider for more than 20 years servicing seniors and disabled clients. She previously was an agent for United Health Care (AARP), AmeriChoice of Pa., Aetna, and Cigna HealthSpring Insurance. Cherita’s primary focus has always been to service her clients and own her business.

Cherita currently holds a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration from Arcadia University and a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Management from Eastern University.