You Are My Light Foundation

Who We Are

About You Are My Light Foundation

Restoration is where freedom begins. You Are My Light Foundation exists to support survivors of human trafficking and exploitation after rescue, when the hardest work of healing truly begins.

We focus on restoration, stability, and long-term transformation by walking alongside survivors as they rebuild their lives. Through supportive care, vocational training, housing navigation, holistic rehabilitation, and community education, we help individuals move from survival toward independence, dignity, and lasting freedom.

Our work is rooted in compassion, faith, and collaboration. We partner with trusted organizations, professionals, and communities to create safe pathways forward, ensuring survivors are not left to navigate recovery alone.

2021

Year Established

250+

Volunteers

$413,230

Money Raised
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Meet YAML's Founder,
Orly Amor
Orly Amor did not arrive at this work through theory or distance. She arrived through lived
experience.

As a survivor of abuse, Orly knows firsthand that rescue is not the end of the story. Survival is only
the beginning. Healing, dignity, and freedom require long-term support, faith, and the courage to rebuild a life that was never meant to be broken.

Her journey from victim to advocate, from survivor to self-made entrepreneur and global influencer, shaped a conviction she could not ignore: no one should be left alone once the spotlight fades and the rescue headlines end.

Since formally establishing You Are My Light as a nonprofit organization in 2021, Orly has devoted herself to advocacy, education, fundraising, and the foundational work required to build a sustainable path for survivor restoration. She has mobilized supporters and donors, spoken publicly about trafficking and exploitation, and laid the groundwork for healing-centered spaces where survivors can begin again with safety, dignity, and hope.

In Hebrew, Orly means my light, a reflection of the truth that light is never lost, even in the deepest darkness. You Are My Light was born from that truth. It is a reflection of Orly’s faith, her heart, and her unwavering belief that every person has a God-given right to freedom, restoration, and autonomy.

To Watch Orly's Amor's Personal Video Message Click Here

Meet Our Team
 

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Kate Guimbellot

Executive Director

Kate is a mission-driven executive leader and human rights advocate with decades of experience building and leading complex initiatives across nonprofit, corporate, and global environments. Throughout her career, Kate has guided organizations through periods of growth and transformation, designing strong operational foundations, cultivating collaborative cultures, and translating big visions into practical, ethical action. Her work spans strategic leadership, organizational design, fundraising and engagement, and cross-sector partnership, always rooted in purpose and people.

As Executive Director of You Are My Light, Kate brings both professional rigor and deep compassion to the role. She is committed to stewarding the foundation with integrity, clarity, and care, ensuring that the work is grounded, sustainable, and centered on dignity and restoration. Kate leads with the belief that when empathy is paired with disciplined execution, meaningful and lasting change is possible.
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Frances Phelan Krische

Council Member
 
Frances is an attorney based in New York with extensive experience in civil litigation, trusts, and estates. She is the owner of her own law firm and previously served as a Brooklyn prosecutor and as a Law Guardian for the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Her career reflects a longstanding commitment to justice, advocacy, and giving voice to those who are vulnerable.

Frances brings legal insight, governance perspective, and deep care for ethical stewardship to her role on the Advisory Council of You Are My Light.
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Mardi Winder-Adams

Council Member

Mardi brings more than 30 years of experience supporting individuals and families through complex life transitions. Her background includes work as a behavioral consultant, mediator, conflict resolution trainer, and domestic violence client advocate. As a credentialed executive and leadership coach and certified divorce specialist, Mardi contributes a trauma-informed, compassionate perspective to the Advisory Council, grounded in listening, dignity, and long-term healing.
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Janelle Anderson

Council Member

Janelle is a former educator, certified coach, author, and speaker who brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. After a 20-year career in education, she transitioned into coaching and advocacy, focusing on empowerment, purpose, and personal growth.

Through her writing, speaking, and coaching practice, Janelle supports others in reclaiming their voice and moving forward with clarity and strength. Her perspective adds depth, resilience, and insight to the Advisory
Council.
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Morry Zelcovitch

Council Member

Morry is an innovator and wellness advocate whose work is rooted in a lifelong exploration of mental well-being. Drawing from personal experience, he has dedicated his career to developing alternative, non-invasive approaches that support emotional balance and empowerment.

Morry brings a forward-thinking perspective to the Advisory Council, contributing insight into holistic wellness and the importance of accessible tools for long-term healing.
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Raymond Comeau

Council Member

Raymond is an author, speaker, and transformational coach with decades of experience in business, outreach, and community leadership. After retiring from entrepreneurship, Ray devoted his work to education, reentry support, and personal transformation initiatives at a national level.

Through his writing, speaking, and leadership roles, Ray focuses on redemption, purpose, and hope. He brings a voice of encouragement and lived wisdom to the Advisory Council of You Are My Light.

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