Sarena Carpenter

In this episode, I sit down with Sarena Carpenter, the new executive director of Amarillo Angels, a nonprofit dedicated to walking alongside families and children experiencing foster care.

Sarena’s warmth and sense of calling shine through as she shares both the mission of Amarillo Angels and her deeply personal story. At just 14 years old, Sarena became the primary caregiver for her four-year-old brother—without the support of systems or services that should have stepped in. That experience now fuels her passion and perspective as she leads work to ensure no child or family in foster care falls through the cracks.

This is a heartfelt conversation about resilience, leadership, and the power of community to show up where it matters most.