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Sharon Pitchford
 Founder & President

My Story

​​I am the founder and visionary behind Another Chance to Win, Inc. (ACT Win)—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization rooted in restorative justice, youth advocacy, and holistic community healing. Inspired by God and driven by a deep compassion for women and youth, I am committed to breaking cycles of incarceration and poverty by creating spaces for healing, opportunity, and lasting transformation.

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I had the privilege of serving as Vice President of the Women’s Ministry at The Church of The Redeemed of the Lord (CRL), where I developed a heart for service and spiritual leadership. In 2017, I felt called to a new chapter—to fully dedicate myself to establishing a women’s ministry focused on supporting women impacted by incarceration. God placed this mission in my heart, and in July 2020, I embraced it fully, realizing that I was created with a purpose: to help women succeed, rebuild, and thrive.

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With a broad understanding of women’s needs and lived experiences, I founded ACT Win as a place of refuge and empowerment. The organization serves women reentering society after prison, equipping them with life skills, access to education, and workforce development opportunities. Our programs are spiritually guided, holistic, and free from discrimination based on nationality or beliefs. ACT Win’s mission is to transform lives through compassion, dignity, and support.

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In addition to serving women, ACT Win partners with local schools—including REACH Partnership High School—to support youth affected by parental incarceration. We provide mentorship, school essentials, and senior dues assistance to students from families facing financial hardship, especially those whose mothers are formerly or currently incarcerated.

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I believe that no one can block the destiny God has placed on your life. When roadblocks appear and your voice is silenced, trust Him to guide you through the detour—because every detour still leads to the success He has planned.

 

 â€‹Education

Master of Science in Human Services Administration

Minor in Family Counseling

Coppin State University & University of Baltimore — Baltimore, MD

 

Bachelor of Science in Management
Coppin State University — Baltimore, MD

 

Affiliations

  • Inducted into Tau Upsilon Alpha, the National Organization for Human Services Honor Society

 

Financial Counselor
Johns Hopkins Hospital

  • Advised patients on navigating insurance, billing, and financial planning related to medical care.

Employee Representative
Multiple Agencies

  • Held various roles supporting operations and service delivery across diverse sectors.

Division of Corrections / Parole and Probation
State of Maryland

  • Provided administrative and support services within the criminal justice system.

  • Gained firsthand insight into the needs of women in reentry and systemic challenges.

Administrative Positions
Towson University
Baltimore City Public School System
Federal Government

  • Held professional roles supporting education, public service, and federal operations.

Skills

  • Nonprofit Leadership & Program Development

  • Women's Reentry & Empowerment

  • Youth Mentorship & Education Advocacy

  • Restorative Justice & Trauma-Informed Support

  • Ministry & Faith-Based Counseling

  • Public Speaking & Community Engagement

  • Strategic Partnerships

  • Fundraising & Donor Relations

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