MY WHY:
Kofi Annan is quoted as having said…
"There is no trust more sacred than the one the world holds with children. There is no duty more important than ensuring that their rights are respected, that their welfare is protected, that their lives are free from fear and want and that they can grow up in peace." - Kofi Annan
Black Children and Teenagers deserve this, too, and I’m convinced their Village can help make it happen.
Rev. Candice Wynn is not just leading a movement; she’s building the table where Black youth (18 and under) and their stories are considered sacred.
As the Founder and Executive Director of BOON - Born Out Of Necessity, Candice leads the vision, strategy, and growth of a national movement committed to reimagining discipleship for Black youth by investing in their faith influencers. She leads the team, cultivates strategic partnerships, and stewards the creative and theological vision, ensuring that the culture, complexity, and sacred worth of Black children and teens are honored.
With over two decades of experience in ministry leadership, Candice has coached hundreds of youth leaders and is currently leading a team in developing a research-driven discipleship framework for Black teenagers. The framework enters a feasibility phase in 2026, with a public launch expected in 2027 (framework for children to follow).
Her work sits at the intersection of theological praxis, Black culture, and youth development.
Above all, Candice empowers faith influencers to recognize their influence and responsibility in the lives of youth.
FORMATION
a few of the macro and micro experiences that shape who I've become.
TRUSTED BY
A selection of organizations, universities, and denominations that have invited me in.
The Many Parts of My Life
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Family Life: My #Wynning Team
I am completely infatuated with all things urban and artsy and I'm the wife of a football coach. So, our weekends (especially in the fall) are typically spent engulfed in sports, working on some sort of art project, and talking about faith.
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BOON Life
With BOON’s Impact Strategist, Anastacia Johnson, at TenX10 Launch.
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The Ville Podcast Life
Launch of BOON’s new podcast “The Ville”
It takes a village to raise a child. But even the village needs a village. The Ville (short for Village) is a podcast for anyone influencing the faith of Black youth.
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Youth Pastor Life
One of the best parts about being a Youth Pastor in Miami was the beach trips. Ignore the terrible pyramid, just check me out at the top!
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BOON Podcast Life
Recording our very first episode of The BOON Podcast.
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Family Life: My #Wynning Team
My husband, Max, and I have two children, Mason and Addison (Sunni).
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Work Life <>Family Life
When work life collides with family life.
My youngest turned 2 on the last day of VBS while I was serving as a Next Gen Pastor. So we planned a color run to celebrate the end of VBS
...& to make mommy working on her birthday not as bad.
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BOON Life
BOON celebrates one year with a podcast entitled “Born Out Of Necessity: Making Next Gen Ministry a Lifelong Career.”
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BOON Life
BOON hosts 6 City Listening Tour to learn about challenges, successes and experiences of those serving in Next Gen Ministry in Black Churches.
