the heart of gk
created for women who’ve endured life’s hardest hits but are still standing by the grace of God.
space for grace
We believe that no matter how blemished one's past is, God has provided power through His GRACE to cover our weakness.
What started as one woman’s testimony of being kept through single motherhood, pain, and personal struggles, has become a safe and sacred space for countless women walking through healing, purpose, and transformation.
Visionary, Founder
Sherika Cohens
Sherika Cohens is a Charlotte, NC native and proud mother of two. Gracefully Kept was birthed from her personal journey through silent struggles, single motherhood, and the sustaining power of God’s grace.
With a heart for helping women heal and thrive, Sherika pours into others through spiritual mentorship, equipping women to establish healthy boundaries, and empowering them with biblical tools to walk boldly in purpose.
She holds an associate’s degree in biblical studies and will begin ministerial training in 2025 at her home church, The Well House of Worship, under the leadership of Pastor Ralph and Lady Temeka Wilson.
Sherika's Mission:
to remind women they are still standing...
because God is still keeping
behind the mission
We’re more than a team...we’re sisters in Christ, walking out our purpose and pouring into women like you. Each of us brings our story, our faith, and our God-given gifts to serve, support, and show up in love.
Associate Director
Sasha Cohens
Sasha is a wife, mother and woman of faith who knows firsthand the power of God’s keeping grace. Originally from Ohio and Texas, she now calls Charlotte home, where she balances life as a finance professional, worship leader, and mentor to women seeking healing and purpose.
Her heart is for women walking through life’s transitions, whether it’s rediscovering identity, growing in faith, or simply finding strength in sisterhood. When she’s not serving, Sasha indulges in crafts, audiobooks, and quality time with her family.
Life Development Advisor
Pastor Danielle Little
Licensed in 2009 and ordained in 2016, Pastor Danielle is known for her real, transparent testimony and unwavering heart for people. She serves faithfully at Witness Church Charlotte while balancing her professional work in affordable housing.
Danielle is a wife, mom, and mentor who walks boldly in purpose and compassion. Her story reminds us that healing, leadership, and love can all flow together when God’s grace is at the center.
Dir. of Program Development
Leatrice Tucker
Rooted in faith and shaped by a strong spiritual foundation, Leatrice has spent over a decade faithfully serving in many ministry capacities. She’s passionate about helping young adults grow in confidence, purpose, and their walk with God.
Leatrice is a wife, mom, and encourager who leads with both strength and grace. Whether she’s serving others in ministry with her husband or managing her team in the corporate world, she shows up with a heart to serve and uplift.
God saw my circumstance and still chose to keep me. I am gracefully kept!
Sherika Cohens
