Horace Sheffield, III
He currently serves as the CEO of DABO Detroit, where he has expanded services that improve the quality of life for Detroiters through health care, education, housing, food security, and community empowerment. Under his leadership, DABO has strengthened its network of more than 130 partner organizations and developed vital programs including the Detroit Cares Alternative High School and Project Self-Sufficiency, helping thousands of residents access education, training, and stability.
In addition to his organizational leadership, Rev. Sheffield is the senior pastor of New Destiny Christian Fellowship, where he leads with a mission of “Transforming Communities by Changing Lives.” Through this ministry, he established The Safe Center, Inc., a faith-based nonprofit that now serves more than 1,000 clients each month.
A published writer and cultural contributor, Rev. Sheffield co-authored two plays with Yolanda Denise King, daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and Attallah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X. He also co-founded Nucleus, Inc., a New York–based theatrical company dedicated to inspiring at-risk youth. His commentary has appeared in publications such as the Michigan Chronicle and The Detroit News, and he currently hosts the weekly radio show The Wake-Up Call on 101.5 FM / 1500 AM WLQV.
Nationally, he serves as President of the Michigan Chapter of the National Action Network, Chairperson of the Detroit Ecumenical Ministers Alliance, and board member of both the Black Leadership Commission on AIDS and the National Cares Mentoring Movement.
For decades, Rev. Sheffield has been a fierce voice for justice, a bridge between generations, and a tireless builder of people-powered movements. Whether in the community, from the pulpit, or through media, his work continues to challenge systems, inspire change, and uplift lives.
He is the proud father of Horace Lindsey Sheffield IV, a music producer, and Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield.
