Who We Are

Linda

Uveges

Linda has dedicated her life and career to serving Christ by loving and advocating for those who are hurting and underserved. She believes that every person is made in the image of God and is passionate about extending His love to men, women, and children experiencing homelessness in Cleveland. More than just leadership, her work is a calling—to bring hope, restoration, and the truth of the gospel to those in need.

Her journey with The City Mission began in 2003 as a volunteer, simply seeking to serve as Christ calls His people to do. That step of obedience grew into a lifelong mission, and she officially joined the staff in 2005. Over the years, she has had the privilege of serving in multiple roles, including Security Staff Supervisor, Laura’s Home Program Manager, and Chief Operating Officer. In 2021, she became CEO, where she now leads with a commitment to honoring Christ in all aspects of the Mission’s work, stewarding resources well, and ensuring that every person who walks through the doors encounters His love and grace.

Linda earned a Master of Arts in Nonprofit Administration and Leadership from Cleveland State University (2014-2016), equipping her with the strategic and organizational expertise to lead with wisdom and purpose.

Romans 5:8. But God demonstrates His love for us in while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.

John

Jelenic

John has worked in different capacities for the Mission since July 2003, becoming Chief Financial Officer in April 2019. He has also volunteered or consulted for a dozen other non-profits in Northeast Ohio. In the business world, John spent a decade in a financial leadership position with a global software company, encompassing finance, analytics, operations, and IT.

John earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Liberty University and an MBA from Wayne State College. His life verse is Galatians 6:9 “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”

Michele

Krampitz

Michele began work at The City Mission as the Chief Development Officer in 2018. In her current role she’s most passionate about intersecting the lives of individuals and families experiencing crisis by providing hope, material assistance, and emotional and spiritual healing – leading to the opportunity for transformational change.

Before joining the Mission’s team, she was employed in various development roles with Recovery Resources and Cornerstone Pregnancy Services, and has a decade of business experience in sales and marketing. Michele holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Marketing from Grove City College.

“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” Jeremiah 17:7-8

Michael

Hahn

Michael Hahn joined The City Mission in 2016 as the Security Manager, and soon transitioned into the critical role of Crossroads Men’s Crisis Center Program Manager in March of 2017. Michael then served as Laura’s Home Women’s Crisis Center Program Manager until transitioning into the role of Director of Programs in July of 2021.

With prior experience and service as a U.S. Army Infantry Officer and manager of a children’s home for at-risk teenagers, Michael is uniquely equipped to assist families and individuals as they enter recovery and deal with years of trauma. He describes the opportunity to develop a culture of discipleship that will aid in restoration as the Mission work he’s most passionate about. Michael holds a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice from Bowling Green State University, as well as a Masters of Arts in Executive Leadership with Liberty University.

But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” James 4:6

Jaime

Buxton

For Jaime Buxton, responding to God’s call on her life to serve others has always been her passion and motivation. In 2005, Jaime transitioned from the mission field in Belize, Central America to serve as a Childcare Assistant at The City Mission. In this role, she worked diligently with mothers and children in crisis while raising her own family in the ministry she cared so deeply about. Jaime’s desire to compassionately care for children and encourage mothers grew into an opportunity to educate others in how to get involved. In 2016, Jaime became the Internship and Volunteer Services Supervisor at The City Mission, managing thousands of volunteers and dozens of interns over the years. Today, Jaime serves as The City Mission’s Community Engagement Manager and has the incredible honor of educating the community, advocating for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness, and bringing people from different churches and organizations together to serve the Mission’s residents in a meaningful way. Jaime holds a B.A. in Youth Ministry and Missions from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and is a 2021 graduate of the Cleveland Leadership Bridge Builders Program.

2 Corinthian 12:9a. But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

Tina

Christian

Romans 8:28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose.

Becky

O’Donnell

Becky O’Donnell, Ph.D. serves as the Director of People and Culture at The City Mission, where she oversees human resources, learning and development, and culture alignment as part of the senior leadership team. With an unshakable faith at the core of her work, she brings a dynamic background in clinical mental health, neuropsychology, non-profit administration, organizational development, and global mission work to benefit the organization. She expertly blends clinical skills with business acumen to create cohesive relationships, maximize potential, navigate transitions, and reach common goals through partnership and collaboration. As a certified facilitator, she shapes People and Culture strategies, supports leaders with metrics and technology for growth, and develops comprehensive training programs. Becky holds a Ph.D. in Psychological Sciences from Case Western Reserve University, a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University, and a Bachelor of Science from Tulane University.

Abdul

Dollar