Meet The Board

kendall burks

Treasurer

Kendall is an experienced accounting professional based in North Carolina with a strong background in financial operations, compliance, and organizational leadership. With more than eight years of experience strengthening financial systems and supporting cross-functional teams, she brings a disciplined, solutions-oriented approach to nonprofit governance and resource stewardship.

As a mother of young children and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority committed to service, Kendall is deeply invested in community empowerment and intergenerational support. Her professional expertise in financial literacy, process improvement, and program accountability directly aligns with the Say Y.E.S. Foundation’s mission to expand equity and provide essential resources to youth, families, and seniors. She is committed to advancing sustainable, community-centered initiatives that foster education, wellness, and lifelong opportunity.