Our Staff
Project Joy and Hope relies on our dedicated staff to support our families, volunteers, and donors.
Executive Director
Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Jan Wheeler, serves as the Chief Executive Officer for PJH. Since 2000, Dr. Wheeler has led the organization in developing model programs and services, including the construction of the first community pediatric palliative care support center in the nation. Wheeler also is the Executive Director for the Texas Pediatric Palliative Care Consortium, an alliance of pediatric palliative care professionals, advocates, and parents throughout Texas.
jan@joyandhope.org
Director of Development & Volunteers
Shelley Fuller, celebrating 22 years of service to the organization, is PJH Director of Development and Volunteers. Shelley is primarily responsible for cultivating donor relationships and enlisting financial support for all agency programs. Shelley is Project Joy and Hope's community ambassador and cheerfully coordinates more than 600 PJH volunteers in various fundraising events and agency activities throughout the year. She is a passionate advocate for families when special needs arise.
shelley@joyandhope.org
Director of Operations
Christopher Fuller, Esq. PJH Director of Operations. Chris manages the Tulip Project facilities and is responsible for the day to day operations of the agency. He also works in the Sibshop program for brothers and sisters of seriously ill children or those with special health care needs. Additionally, Mr. Fuller (licensed Texas attorney), leads and directs the Life Planning Institute on campus which offers End of Life Care planning services such as wills, powers of attorney, and advanced medical directives.
chris@joyandhope.org
Program Assistant
Whitney Betros, Program Assistant. Whitney plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of programs and services that enhance the lives of seriously ill children and their families. She is responsible for assisting the Executive Director with administrative tasks, client engagement, and event coordination. Whitney also assists the Director of Development as needed and interacts with families, volunteers, and community partners to ensure the smooth operation of services.
programassistant@joyandhope.org
Program Development Coordinator
McKensie Turpin, Program Development Coordinator, serves as a passionate ambassador for Project Joy and Hope in the community. By building meaningful relationships with local chambers, businesses, civic groups, and community partners, this role expands awareness of our mission and deepens engagement with those who want to make a difference. Through strategic outreach and thoughtful cultivation of corporate partnerships, McKensie helps grow sustainable support for our housing, family assistance, and Hope Scholarship programs—ensuring more families facing serious illness experience hope, stability, and care when they need it most.
mckensie@joyandhope.org