Vine Keepers Ministries Incorporated

A trailblazer in Christ, Pastor Doris Washington was born in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She was born the only child to a single mom, and experienced the challenges that are fostered through life in the ghetto. Now, Pastor Washington is the mother of one son, and grandmother to four young adults.

By divine guidance, Pastor Dee (as she prefers to be called) began her ministry in 1993 when she matriculated at Carolina Bible College in Fayetteville, North Carolina. In 1994 she enrolled at Practical Bible College in Binghamton, New York, which today is known as Davis College, and later graduated with a bachelor degree in religious education. In 2016, she dedicated lengthy hours over many months to test under the Nonprofit Law, and became a Certified Church Executive in Church Compliance i.e., Government Laws, Rules and Regulations, Policies and Procedures at StartChurch University. Pastor Dee is currently pursuing a MA in Humanitarian and Human Rights, Advocacy for Women and Children at Liberty University Divinity School in Lynchburg, Virginia.

In her nearly three decades as an ordained minister, Pastor Dee has meaningfully served her community and beyond. She has held office within the Church – including serving as President of the Council of Churches of Chemung County. Pastor Dee also completed Evangelistic work in Haiti and provided comfort at Ground Zero in the aftermath of 9-11 (with the American Baptist Men). She has pastored a church and aided members whose pastor died in a car accident, assisted several pastors with the birthing of their new churches, and guided leaders in obtaining a 501(c)(3) under the Internal Revenue Code.

Since 2002, Rev. Doris has been President and Pastor of the nonprofit religious organization known as Vine Keepers Ministries Incorporated (VKMI), which is organized to teach and preach the gospel to all; conduct evangelistic activities; license and ordain ministers of the gospel; provide religious, charitable and humanitarian services; provide support to the homeless and to engage in activities which are necessary, suitable or convenient for the accomplishment of that purpose; or which are incidental thereto or connected with Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization is presently authorized to operate out of three (3) United States: North Carolina (Infrastructure), Florida, and New York.

Pastor Dee became part of the NAACP Life Membership NAACP in 2005. She is happily married to John.

(Note: VKMI was formerly known as Vines Keepers.)

Chanda L. Moore is an accomplished business executive, nonprofit leader, and community advocate with more than twenty years of experience in corporate leadership, organizational development, and service-focused operations. She currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Abode, Inc., where she provides strategic direction and oversight across operations, financial management, human resources, and organizational growth.

Her extensive professional background includes serving as President of Convergence Employee Leasing, LLC and Chief Operating Officer of LYSAL Enterprises, Inc., where she oversaw company-wide operations, payroll management, finance, and organizational planning. Her career path also includes extensive experience in administration, healthcare support, and caregiving services, strengthening her commitment to excellence in people-centered leadership. 

In addition to her corporate leadership, Chanda serves as Treasurer of the Board of Directors for Vine Keepers Ministries, Incorporated (VKMI), where she oversees financial stewardship with integrity, accountability, and transparency. Her service in ministry reflects a deep dedication to faith-based leadership, community development, and mentorship. Beyond her professional roles, Chanda is actively involved in church and community service as a Children’s Church Teacher, Church Secretary, Choir Assistant, Praise Band Vocalist, and leadership volunteer with the Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America), including ongoing support for special needs outreach programs. Chanda’s creative contributions extend to the arts community, where she has volunteered with the Florida Ballet and MAD Studios as a costume designer and set design contributor. Her dedication to service and academic excellence has earned her recognition in Who’s Who in Colleges and Universities.

A dynamic leader and true “people engineer,” Chanda is admired for her integrity, initiative, and ability to inspire others. She continues to champion growth, stewardship, and meaningful impact—whether in business, ministry, or the community she faithfully serves.