Donnie Centers is the first Ambassador of PSPI and is leading the way in the state of Arkansas with our partnering agency Books From Bobby, Inc. He is a native of North East Texas, a father, and a grandfather.  Donnie is a four-year letterman at the University of Arkansas with an extensive background in Sports Development, Marketing, Prison Reform Initiatives, Community Reentry, and Work Therapy Programs.

As a young man, Donnie had several encounters with law enforcement that led to him being in the criminal justice system over a span of twenty years. While incarcerated, Donnie got involved in law and joined the unit’s Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous programs.  He wrote and implemented a Prison Outreach Program that mentored at-risk youth. He worked alongside Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors and later became a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist. Donnie facilitated groups and assisted in the development and implementation of drug treatment plans. With a fellow inmate, he opened a Transitional Home and started a Work Therapy Program.

Donnie has experienced first-hand the social, emotional, and economic impact of incarceration on parents, children, families, and communities. He is committed to both providing dedicated support that helps current and formerly incarcerated individuals to acclimate back into mainstream society and the prevention of generational incarceration. Donnie is available for speaking engagements and event appearances. 

Myke is an Arizona native with deep roots in both Phoenix and the Tucson area. A dedicated father, coach, and self-proclaimed tech nerd, Myke is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of families and communities. He works with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension’s Family Engagement Program, where he delivers a variety of classes throughout Tucson and beyond.

Certified in the Positive Parenting Program (Level 4) and Fear-Less—a program designed to support parents and children dealing with mild to severe anxiety—Myke has facilitated numerous classes, including specialized programs for incarcerated communities within the Federal Bureau of Prisons. He teaches Inside-Out Dad, a weekly class focused on helping incarcerated fathers strengthen or reconnect with their children, fostering bonds that can endure beyond incarceration.

Currently pursuing a degree in Psychology at the University of Arizona, Myke’s passion lies in supporting fathers, families, and communities through education, engagement, and empowerment.