About Narratives

 Our Purpose

We exist to champion the mental health of young adults by providing a supportive environment that embraces who they are, encourages authentic expression, and empowers them to write a better story with their lives.

Our Mission

We live out our Purpose through three mission pillars:

Embrace

- Deliver one-on-one and group life coaching sessions that foster personal growth, mental well-being, and confidence.

Express

- Offer creative arts opportunities—such as spoken word events and art therapy sessions—that encourage authentic self-expression and healing.

Empower

- Provide life skills and job training, equipping young adults with practical tools and experiences for a thriving future.

Our Values

Excellence

We strive for the highest standard in everything we do, ensuring our work consistently reflects dedication to quality, continuous improvement, and intentional outcomes.

Organizational Health

We believe a thriving organization is one in which both individuals and the collective team flourish—physically, mentally, and professionally—creating a supportive environment for everyone.

Fiscal Responsibility

We steward our financial resources with integrity and transparency, ensuring every dollar supports our mission and builds trust with our stakeholders.

Acceptance

We foster a culture of inclusion where each individual is valued, differences are respected, and personal authenticity is embraced.

Impact

We measure success by the meaningful, sustainable outcomes we achieve for the young adults we serve and by how we positively transform our community.

Meet the Team

  • Dr. Annette Sundfor Clevenger

    FOUNDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/LIFE COACH

  • Chris Britton

    Creative Arts Specialist

Board of Directors

  • Steve Gottcent, Quad City Community Foundation, BOARD PRESIDENT

  • Heather Upton, Midland Information Services, TREASURER

  • Dr. Annette Clevenger, Narratives QC, FOUNDER

  • Cory Holloway, Eastern Iowa Community College (EICC), VICE-CHAIR

  • Silvia Salinas, Goodwill of the Heartland, SECRETARY

  • Rita Ledbetter, Ideal Health and Wellness

  • Mason Parks, John Deere Harvester Works & New Journey AME Church

  • Joseph Perez, Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc.