COMMUNITY RESOURCE NETWORK

Who We Are

The Community Resource Network (CRN) is a nonprofit organization rooted in Warner Robins, Georgia, with a reach that now extends across multiple states and into the national conversation on civic engagement, cultural power, and community self-determination. Founded on the principle of giving a voice to the voiceless, CRN operates at the intersection of education, culture, economics, and health — believing that no community can truly thrive when any one of these pillars is left standing alone.


Out of CRN has grown the RALO Institution — our framework for forming the next generation of community leaders, organizers, educators, and cultural architects. RALO is not a program. It is a pipeline. A deliberate, structured, and replicable system for taking individuals who are civically curious and transforming them into agents of substantive, lasting change.


At the center of everything we do is a simple but radical belief: that the people closest to the problem have always been closest to the solution. Our work does not impose change on communities — it builds the conditions where communities can determine, design, and deliver change for themselves.

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Board of Directors

The CRN Board of Directors is a diverse and passionate leadership body committed to advancing community empowerment, civic engagement, and equitable access to resources. With deep roots in service, mentorship, education, and financial stewardship, the Board ensures CRN’s mission is carried forward with integrity, vision, and measurable impact.

President

Michael Jones

Mike is the Founder and President of the Community Resource Network (CRN). Mike provides the strategic leadership and vision that advances community empowerment and civic engagement.

Born in Nebraska and raised in cities across the country, he has been an active member of the Warner Robins community since relocating there in 1999, with a longstanding commitment to community enrichment and public service.

Mikes leadership experience includes a run for Warner Robins City Council, Post 5, and he brings professional expertise in social media management, content creation, political strategy, and entertainment production to support CRN’s mission and impact.

Treasurer

Brandon Craig

Brandon serves as the Treasurer of the Community Resource Network (CRN), where he is responsible for supporting the organization’s financial stewardship, accountability, and long-term sustainability.

A resident of Houston County since 2000, Brandon brings a strong foundation in fiscal responsibility shaped by his professional experience in the banking industry and his lifelong commitment to community service.

Brandon is dedicated to education, mentorship, and ensuring CRN’s resources are managed with integrity to advance its mission and impact.

Secretary

Valerie Honeysuckle

Val serves as the Secretary of the Community Resource Network (CRN), where she supports organizational governance, maintains official records, and helps ensure effective communication across the board and community stakeholders.

A United States Air Force veteran and current government contractor, she brings discipline, professionalism, and a strong commitment to service in advancing CRN’s mission.

Val is also an active advocate for civic engagement, having contributed her time and leadership through the REACH mentoring program and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Macon, Georgia.