Matumaini “Matu” Taylor is the Executive Director of Stars in Pasadena. Stars offers a holistic, community-collaborative approach in providing educational opportunity and support for students such as after-school program sites, a mentoring program, summer enrichment trips and academic programs, college support, counseling, social skills classes, and parenting classes. Her exceptional skills as a respected trainer, pastor, and speaker have endeared her to students, making her an ideal fit for our organization.

Previously serving as the Director of High School and College Age Outreach at Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood since 2016, Matumaini brings with her an impressive 20-year career in ministry, nonprofit, and public administration. She is an ordained and licensed minister and holds a Master’s of Divinity from King’s College and Seminary and a Certificate of Youth Ministry from Fuller Seminary. Additionally, Matu has served as the Los Angeles DVULI City Coordinator and is a DVULI national trainer. She is currently partnering with Urban Youth Workers Institute supporting faith-based organizations and churches serving urban youth.