Founded in 2008 formerly Women In Transition
Established in 2013
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The CEO and Founder, Patricia McKinney
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Patricia D. McKinney
CEO & Founder
On September 29th, 1965, Patricia Goff McKinney was born to Mae Hellen Williams and Luther Douglas Goff, a young married couple and loving family that lived in Hartford, Connecticut.
At the age of 3. Patricia and her family migrated to Norwalk, Connecticut after the death of her father.
The City of Norwalk introduced young Patricia to a whole new environment. Norwalk was the starting ground for many of her life experiences that included many unforeseen life changing experiences and unexpected challenges.
At the tender age of 7, Patricia endured the trauma of being molested by her uncle. At 13 years old, Patricia ran away to Bridgeport Connecticut where she endured the trauma of being raped and beaten. This life altering experience left internal scars.
​Due to the merciless horror of being raped and the experience of being molested as a child, Patricia dealt with much internal turmoil that resulted in the indulgence of alcohol and marijuana.
By the age of 15, Patricia became pregnant with her first child. Nine months later, she gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. Just one year later, Patricia was incarcerated for seven days as a result of theft. Two years after her incarceration, her only child was taken away from her as a result of the lifestyle she choose to live.
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By the age of 17, Patricia had endured as much as that of a 30-year-old woman. The fast-paced street life exposed Patricia to many things and she began to use heroin and crack cocaine. Due to the potency of the drugs, Patricia became chemically and physical dependent needing the drugs to function on a daily basis. These drugs became the catalyst that paved the way for a life of prostitution and crime.
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By the age of 20, she was strung out on drugs with a fifteen bag a day heroin habit and spent a large portion of her life in and out of jail.
The myriads of traumatic experiences coupled with a hard knocked life, led to more bouts with trouble spiraling into more dilemmas.
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In 1993, now 28 years old, her life began to take a turn for the better. Patricia surrendered her life to the Lord and accepted him as her personal Savior.
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Even with this change of heart, she continued to struggle for a while. In 1994, she returned to jail facing an eight-year prison sentence.
She found God’s grace and favor and was given a lighter sentence of
3 years but ended up only serving 10 months in the Niantic Correctional Institution.
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In early July of 1995, she was released to the Mary Magdelene Halfway House in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
After her release from the Halfway House in April of 1996, Patricia began to establish herself. She got a job and became an active part of the community in Bridgeport, Connecticut, all while maintaining her sobriety.
Patricia’s life started coming together and the broken places in her life began to mend as she focused on her future and leading a productive life. It was during this time that she met her soul mate.
On November 9, 1997, Patricia married her soul mate, Kelvin McKinney and the two became one.
Not long after their marriage, the young couple increased their family with two beautiful children, Kim and Man.
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In 2001, both Patricia and Kelvin started attending church and rededicated their lives to the Lord. This was the start of them building a spiritual foundation.
In 2006, they prayerfully branched out and ventured into their own ministry. The two founded and established Manifested Glory Ministries, now called The Tabernacle of Jacob.
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Also, in 2006 Patricia became a licensed Prison Chaplain. She held religious services at Gates Maximum Security Prison, Time of Prayer and religious services at both York Correctional and Niantic Correctional Institutions for eight (8) years.
In July 2008, Patricia founded Women in Transition, a 501c3 Private Foundation birthed from her passion to bring positive change to the lives of women from all cultures and walks of life.
In 2009, she founded “The B.A.A.C.” The Black American Alliance Commission, a forum that educates minorities on their Civil Rights, Civil Liberties and Constitutional Laws.
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Patricia continues to excel in her ventures to help others while maximizing the God given gifts that’s been given to her.
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From 2014 to 2018 she had an office located on East 153rd Street in the Bronx New York where she provided group and one on one counseling sessions.
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Patricia expanded her Private Foundation formerly known as Women In Transition. In 2021, the foundation was renamed, The Patricia McKinney Foundation.
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That same year she opened a Center in Columbia, South Carolina. The Patricia McKinney Foundation has a global vision that is not limited by State or region. Today she continues to expand her reach in the state of Georgia and throughout the South greatly impacting the lives of women, families, youth and young adults.
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As a Spokeswoman, Mentor, Life Coach, Counselor, Spiritual Business Advisor, Motivational Speaker and licensed Prison Chaplain. Lives are transformed wherever she goes. Patricia continues working her mission to bring positive change to the lives of others.
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​​​​She is Host of her own online talk show called "The Queen McKinney Show" and is a former host of the hottest number one show on Blog talk Radio. She has also appeared as a host on several mainstream news channels and talk shows.
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Patricia is also an advocate for healthy living. She lives a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. She leads by example by showing as well as teaching others how to live a healthy lifestyle. Desiring to see individuals tap into their fullest potential mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically.
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​In 2018, ​Patricia became a self-published Author. Releasing her Autobiography called "Escaping the Belly of the Beast" My story of survival: Overcoming Molestation, Rape, Physical, Mental and Psychological Abuse on Amazon. In 2022 she published her latest book call "Unpopular". Unpopular is a book of guidance that gives each reader wisdom for navigating society. It is a true gem that answers many of life's difficult questions.
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Patricia has received numerous Awards and Accolades since her release from prison:
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1996 Certificate of Completion for Successfully Graduating from the Mary Magdalene House
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1998 Outstanding Community Achievement Award Recognition from Save Our Babies, Bridgeport, CT
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2006 Chaplain License from Cosmopolitan Churches presented by Bishop F.P. Matthews, CCP
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2011 Citation for Exemplary Service from New York Senator Bill Perkins
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2015 "Women Who Dare To Be Different" Proclamation from David R. Martim, Mayor of Stamford, CT
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2015 As a Women Who Dare To Be Different Award presented by Gemstarr Entertainment CEO Colby Jenkins, Greenburgh New York
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2015 Certificate of Appreciation, Women's History Honoree from the Town of Greenburgh, New York
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2015 Community Service Award from Greenburgh New York Police Department
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2018 Overachievers Award, First Runner Up - G2 Pilot Pen Program presented by Shonda Rhimes
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Patricia continues to evolve and is preparing to launch her 3rd book called "30 Years and Counting" due for release in fall of 2025. Patricia continues to build and expand the God given vision that was birthed in her to change the lives of others.
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Truly Patricia’s life has been a miracle and she’s living proof that no matter what your life experiences have been, you can change through the power of God.
One thing that she will always remember is that The Most High God and His Holy Spirit saved her, set her free and delivered her. Her transformation is living proof. Patricia continues to honor God daily for bringing her out of darkness and into His marvelous light.
As of today, she has been clean and sober for 31 years! To God be the Glory!
Changing Lives one at a time
Miracles Do Happen
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