Marcus T. Clyburn is an American pastor, author, counselor, and philanthropist known for his contributions to youth mentorship and educational advocacy. He is the founder of Marcus T Clyburn Ministries LLC and the Marcus T Clyburn Foundation, an organization dedicated to mentoring at-risk youth and providing scholarships to high school seniors pursuing higher education.

Clyburn holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from Wingate University, a Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services, and a Master of Education in School Counseling from Capella University. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Traumatology at Liberty University.

An accomplished author, Clyburn has published four books and achieved recognition as an Amazon self-published best-selling author. His professional accolades include being a finalist for the Union County Public School Counselor of the Year award, a two-time recipient of the Union County Public Schools Influencer Award, and the American Legion Department of North Carolina Children and Youth Service Award.

Clyburn’s work has been featured across multiple media platforms, including live television on The Connect Network, radio broadcasts, billboards, and print publications such as CanvasRebel, VoyageATL, and ShoutoutAtlanta, as well as various local newspapers.

Born in Monroe, North Carolina, and raised in Wingate, North Carolina, Clyburn is married to his high school sweetheart, Briona. They have five children: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Josiah, Marcus Jr., and Mya.