The Story
Memphis Fathers Love was born out of a burden placed in the heart of its Executive Director because of the staggering realities of fatherlessness in the greater Memphis area. Having grown up in Memphis as a fatherless youth he understood the devastating effects from the lack of a father’s presence in the lives of children; especially the boys. Boys need to learn manhood from a man so when one is not present and active in their lives they look to find that influence from somewhere. Unfortunately, all too often it is sought out by the closest thing to them even if that’s from negative sources. So from his personal life experience with fatherlessness as well as over 20 years as a teacher, coach and urban ministry leader he knew that it was time to do something more. Although Memphis Fathers Love was officially born in 2024, its initial conception was 2007. At that time Hassan had only been back in Memphis for a year and as a 7 year teacher/coach he noticed the alarming number of students and athletes who were from single mother homes. This brought back a lot of memories from his childhood with the absence of his father. A burden began to grow in him and he set out to address the issue. In 2007 he began researching and planning to open a daycare for children from fatherless homes. After many failures and setbacks; not to mention raising his 3 biological sons who were ages 6, 4 & 2 years old he made the decision to set it aside until the timing was right. Many years went by and he continued to raise his 3 sons along with his bride Tiffeny. He continued to grow in his knowledge and experience working with youth and entire families as a teacher/coach/Urban leader and pastor. In June 2024 God revealed to him that it was time. He had just launched his 3rd son off to college with now only one son left at home. Although he wasn’t his biological son, we had begun raising him as his own since he was 6 years old after his mother (his baby sister died suddenly). So Memphis Fathers Love (MFL) was reborn. This time around, he not only had a wealth of experience but also a wealth of relational capital and people investment to draw from. MFL is poised to combat the ills of fatherlessness in the greater Memphis area and beyond. With the Lord on our side and you on our team, MFL will be a force to be reckoned with!
Vision Statement
At Memphis Fathers Love we desire to partner with single mothers by providing tangible support that prepares their children to navigate life in a way that propels them into positive outcomes.
Mission Statement
At Memphis Fathers Love, we invest in the lives of the fatherless by instilling character, confidence, and courage that bring about hope, while equipping them to impact their community.
Board of Directors
Tiffeny Saleem
She is first and foremost is a lover of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She is the wife of her dear husband and best friend Hassan and mother of four awesome young men (Isaiah, Jadon, Josiah, Amari). She loves attending and cheering for them at their many sporting events and extracurricular activities. Tiffeny has been a Physical Therapist for 23 years and is currently practicing in the Occupational Medicine and Geriatric settings. As a lover of people, Tiffeny has been discipling women in the Memphis area for many years and just loves spending and investing time with ladies from all ages and all backgrounds. As, a disciple of Christ, she enjoys traveling to various countries on mission trips across the world to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. She was on the board for Build a Better Us marriage ministry and has co-led many marriage and discipleship groups over the last 16 years in the Memphis area. Tiffeny's life changed dramatically after being introduced to the Great Commission and overseas missions; grasping Jesus' way of multiplication through evangelism and discipleship. Tiffeny's life verse is Matthew 28:18-20 .
Janice Mosley
Having over 25 years of experience – as an Administrator, Manager and in Human Resources, including experience in staff development, training trainers, performance evaluation, mediation, conflict resolution and strategic planning - Demonstrated success in various areas of Administration including developing training and development programs and writing personnel manuals.
Experience in serving on and working with various boards and committees such as For The Kingdom (FTK), Memphis Fathers Love MFL, Drug Court Board, Shelby County Federal Credit Union Board, Mentally Ill and worked with Domestic Violence Court and Community Court.
Currently serving as Vice President of U-Do Interior Design, Engage Specials with Neighborhood Christian Center, staff at Fellowship Memphis Church, the Vice Chairperson-Board of Directors for FTK and Board member of MFL
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Derrick Oliver
Derrick Oliver is a passionate community leader, educator, and advocate with over 15 years of experience in urban education and youth development. As an Assistant Professor and International Liaison at Southwest Tennessee Community College, he brings global awareness and academic excellence to the classroom.
Derrick’s work spans from increasing literacy rates among middle schoolers to supporting church planters and advocating for safe housing in Memphis neighborhoods. A devoted husband and father of three, Derrick’s commitment to faith, family, and biblical manhood fuels his mission to build strong, thriving communities rooted in love and legacy.
Aaron Shafer
Aaron started serving as an MFL board member in the fall of 2024. He has been working as a scientist at
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital since 2007. He serves as the MFL board secretary. He is
passionate about coming alongside the youth to help them to grow and become rooted in Christ’s love
so that they can grow into the fullness of who God intended each of them to be. He and his lovely wife,
Michelle, faithfully serve and attend Fellowship Memphis Bible Church. They have two sons who live
near them.
John Hatcher
John H. Hatcher, CPA, is a Partner at Banks, Finley, White & Co. in Memphis, TN, with over 15 years of experience in public accounting. He has led audit engagements across a wide range of sectors including nonprofit organizations, local governments, financial institutions, and manufacturing.
A licensed CPA in both Tennessee and Mississippi, John is a proud alumnus of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. His leadership is informed by both professional excellence and personal faith — having served in 11 national and international mission trips and as the Spiritual Life Coordinator at Youth Villages-Dogwood Campus for five years.
John is married to Rominic, and they are the proud parents of three sons: Jude, James, and Jonathan
Tyler DeWitts's
Tyler DeWitt brings courtroom experience and a zealous advocate’s voice to Memphis Fathers Love. As a lawyer at DeWitt Law, Tyler represents families and small businesses in high-stakes disputes, experience that translates into strong governance, accountability, and strategic planning for the ministry.
Tyler’s commitment is personal: he lost his father at 17, and that loss fuels his passion to make sure boys and girls have consistent, caring, Christ-centered mentors—and that single moms feel seen, supported, and equipped. Beyond the boardroom, Tyler invests in men’s discipleship, helping create stable, faith-rooted relationships that change trajectories. He is honored to serve a mission that builds character, confidence, and courage in the next generation.