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Who We Are

Staff & Board of Directors

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Our Core Value Statement

Our Staff and Board of Directors are driven by compassion for all, believing everyone deserves a safe, stable place to call home. We are bold in our vision and actions, stepping forward where the need is greatest and holding ourselves accountable to our mission every step of the way.

We put people and culture before strategy, knowing strong relationships and shared purpose create lasting impact. We prioritize quality over quantity, focusing on sustainable, well-built solutions rather than quick wins.

Guided by our purpose—to be a catalyst for opportunity through homeownership—we specialize in affordable housing solutions that strengthen families, build equity, and empower communities to thrive.

Staff

  • Blake JohnsonExecutive Director

  • Kim SmithProgram & Fund Development Director

  • David KlitzReStore Director of Sales and Marketing

  • Kevin ConnDirector of Construction

  • Jeremy ScarbroughManager of Repair Programs and Construction Operations

  • Jeni MaceHomeownership Program Manager

  • Christine PaulsonNeighborhood Revitalization Manager

  • Shree ConnOffice Administrator

  • Jesse DavilaConstruction Site Supervisor

Board of Directors

  • Michael HemenwayBoard President

  • Mindy PacesVice Chair

  • Eric HamiltonTreasurer

  • Lyndsay SchabenSecretary

  • Anne SnodgrassImmediate Past President

  • Alek Murphy
  • Adam Buckentine
  • Diana Garcia
  • Kate Gaul
  • Kate Madsen
  • Wendy Rief
  • Stacey Warner
  • Blake Hunter
  • Craig Showers
  • Meggan Jensen
  • 1228 South Main St
    Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    (Entrance and parking on south side of the building, Upper Level)

    Phone: 712-328-9476

    Hours:
    Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

  • 1228 South Main St
    Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    (Entrance, Parking and Donation Drop off on North Side)

    Phone: 712-256-0838

    Hours:
    Tuesday - Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
    Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm
    Closed Sunday and Monday

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