Quigley House Leadership Team
Julia Edwards
Julia Edwards is the Chief Executive Officer of Quigley House, Inc. Julia’s mission is to empower and equip survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault with the tools to become independent and self-sustainable so that they stop the cycle of abuse and break generations of violence. Her Servant leadership philosophy is to prioritize the growth, well-being, and empowerment of others. Julia is a graduate of Tulane University with a dual Master’s degree in Social Work and Disaster Resiliency Leadership. She is an alumnus of FSCJ’s Human Services program. Julia has served her community for over 20 years with organizations such as The Salvation Army, Clay County 4-H Youth organization, and the Girl Scouts of America. She is currently an Adjunct Professor in Social Work for the University of Maryville and is also pursuing her LCSW. When she is not serving her community, she is spending time with her husband, 4 adult children, 2 grandchildren, and their pets.
Chief Executive Officer
Director of Domestic Violence Services
Tonya Freeland
Tonya Freeland is the Director of Domestic Violence Services. She comes from over 16 years in Social Services, with the last 5 in Child Welfare in the state of Florida. Tonya obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Sciences and is currently working towards her Master’s Degree in Psychology. She is passionate about helping others. Her experience started working in Human Trafficking and helping the survivors gain knowledge and skills to overcome challenges they face regaining control over their lives. Outside of work, Tonya is a wife and mom of three children and three miniature dachshunds. She is an avid Chicago Cubs fan. When she is not watching or traveling to games, Tonya loves to vacation in the mountains of Tennessee and visit back home in Illinois.
Jackie Krug
Jackie Krug is a seasoned Development Director with extensive experience in the non-profit sector and philanthropy. Having attended Florida State College of Jacksonville, Jackie brings both professional expertise and personal dedication to her role. Her deep passion for helping others is the driving force behind her commitment to the Quigley House mission. Specializing in fundraising events, grants, and community engagement, Jackie is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the organization. Through her own life experiences, she is empowered to make a meaningful difference, collaborating with community partners to further the cause. A strong advocate for her team, Jackie believes in the power of collective effort, encouraging donor engagement and expanding local support for Quigley House. Under her leadership, the organization continues to have a lasting impact in the community. In her spare time, Jackie enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and her doodles.
Director of Development
A 4th generation native of North Florida, Jennifer graduated from Bishop Kenny High School in 1999 and chose to remain close to home for college. In 2003, Jennifer graduated with honors from the University of North Florida with a double BBA in Marketing and Business Management. It was during her time at UNF, Jennifer took a Business Law course that sparked a passion for law. Jennifer pursued that passion and in 2006, Jennifer graduated with honors from Florida State University College of Law and became a member of the Florida Bar. Since passing the bar exam, Jennifer has used her law license to advocate for those unable to speak for themselves. Jennifer has worked for the Department of Children & Families as well as the Guardian ad Litem Program, advocating for dependent children in the foster care system. After taking several years off from the practice of law to expand her family, Jennifer began working with Quigley House in 2019 and for the last five years, she has continued to advocate on behalf of survivors of domestic violence in injunction proceedings in Clay County. Jennifer is passionate about her job at Quigley House as she understands the importance of the proceedings and protecting survivors. Jennifer strives to achieve the best outcomes for her clients and put each survivor at ease while navigating the oftentimes challenging and emotionally draining injunction process.
When Jennifer is not in Court advocating for survivors, Jennifer is equally as passionate about her family. Jennifer has been married to her husband, Brian, for 16 years and they have three school age children. The family enjoys going out on their boat to fish, scallop, and cruise the St. John’s seeking manatees and dolphins! The family has two furry family members, Abby, a Dutch Shepard, and Stella, a Belgian Malinois.
IFP Project Attorney
Jennifer Ironmonger
Sarah Halpert
Sexual Assault Services Coordinator
Sarah Halpert is the Sexual Assault Services Coordinator at Quigley House. She joined our team with a master’s degree in psychology and over 20 years of experience in victim advocacy. Known for her compassionate approach, she has been instrumental in providing support and resources to survivors of sexual assault. Sarah is committed to raising awareness and improving services for those affected by sexual violence, making a significant impact in her community through her expertise and unwavering dedication. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys writing fiction and spending time with her husband and four children.
Maria Justice
Maria Justice is a seasoned nonprofit finance professional with over 10 years of experience in a diverse blend of accounting roles. She is passionate about ensuring financial stability and sustainability of nonprofits, and she is skilled in grant accounting and reporting. Her journey with Quigley House began with a simple belief, love should never hurt. Outside of the office, Maria can be found enjoying local parks, unwinding at home with her partner and pets, or cozied up with a new book.
Finance Coordinator
Michelle Evernden
Michelle Evernden is the Quality Assurance Coordinator at Quigley House. Michelle has a passion for helping others. She enjoys being a part of the Quigley House Team and contributing to the mission of helping Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Michelle is married, a mother of two grown children, a daughter and a son, and a grandmother to two amazing grandsons. She has lived in Florida most of her life, along with all her family being from Florida as well. Outside of work, Michelle enjoys redoing furniture, crafting, and spending quality time with her family and church community.