Kaylor Brown

Founder & Executive Director

Kaylor Brown is the Founder and Executive Director of Baby Steps Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals and families affected by incarceration, addiction, and mental health challenges. Having faced and overcome his own challenges with incarceration, Kaylor knows firsthand the importance of second chances, personal growth, and community support.

Driven by a lifelong passion for helping others, he created Baby Steps Foundation to provide hope, guidance, and opportunity to those striving to rebuild their lives. With a focus on youth development, workforce training, reentry support, and recovery initiatives, Kaylor leads with vision, compassion, and hands on leadership, showing by example that transformation is possible.

Through his work, Kaylor has become a trusted mentor and advocate, building programs that strengthen families, uplift communities, and open doors to lasting change. His journey and dedication continue to inspire everyone involved with Baby Steps Foundation proving that every step, no matter how challenging, can lead to a brighter future.

Angela Lawal, RN

Co-Founder & President , Baby Steps Foundation

Angela Lawal is the Co-Founder and President of Baby Steps Foundation, a mission driven nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families impacted by substance use and childhood adversity. A compassionate leader and seasoned healthcare professional, Angela brings over 14 years of nursing experience to her work seven of which were spent as a travel nurse providing care across the United States. Her diverse clinical background has shaped her trauma informed, family centered approach to community healing.
In addition to her role at Baby Steps Foundation, Angela is the co owner of Beyond Blessings Learning Center in Toledo, Ohio a licensed childcare facility that proudly welcomes children with special needs. Through this work, she champions inclusive education and early childhood development.
Angela is also a licensed minister and active mentor in the Toledo community. She regularly organizes outreach events and initiatives aimed at empowering underserved families, supporting youth, and giving back to the less fortunate.
A devoted mother of two sons, Angela leads with heart, vision, and an unwavering commitment to transforming lives one step at a time.

Aunre’ Davis

Vice President

Aunre’ Davis serves as the Vice President and Director of Operations of Baby Steps Foundation, bringing both heart and leadership to the organization’s mission of transforming lives and strengthening communities.
Born and raised in the community he now serves, Aunre’ has always embodied the spirit of teamwork, compassion, and perseverance. A lifelong friend and trusted partner to the Foundation’s founder, he grew up playing football and learning the values of discipline, dedication, and unity lessons that continue to guide his work today.
With a deep passion for mentoring youth and life coaching, Aunre’ has dedicated himself to helping young people discover purpose, build confidence, and make positive choices. His commitment to service runs deep, following in the footsteps of a family rooted in faith and community leadership.
At Baby Steps Foundation, Aunre’ plays an active role in program development, community outreach, and youth initiatives, helping to bridge the gap between struggle and success. His genuine compassion, hands on leadership, and unwavering belief in second chances continue to inspire everyone he encounters.
Aunre’ believes that with guidance, opportunity, and faith, every person can take the steps needed to reach their full potential one baby step at a time.