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About Us

Building Communities for 30+ Years

 

At Habitat for Humanity of NWA, we build strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. Since 1991, we've built 146 homes (and counting) in Northwest Arkansas.
 
Our mission
Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
 
Our vision
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
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Board of Directors

Tyler
Steele

President

Vice Chairman at Grand Savings Bank

 

Tyler Steele, Vice Chairman of Grand Savings Bank, brings experience in construction and banking to the Habitat board. A lifelong resident of NWA, he is committed to supporting affordable housing in the region.

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JessE fulcher

vice president

Director of Land Acquisitions at Rausch Coleman

 

Jesse Fulcher, Director of Land Acquisitions for Rausch Coleman Homes, brings 20+ years of expertise in zoning and planning to Habitat. He serves on key committees to support affordable housing initiatives in NWA.

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Scott Jackson

Secretary

Lead Counsel, Labor and Employment for Walmart, Inc.

 

Scott Jackson, Walmart Lead Counsel, brings 15+ years of legal and business expertise to Habitat. As board Secretary, he is passionate about the generational impact of affordable housing.

TARA Pandher

treasurer

VP of Treasury Management at Generations Bank

 

Tara Pandher, a leader in sales and operations, uses her skills in coaching and problem-solving to support Habitat’s mission. She is deeply involved in fostering relationships that drive community impact.

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Amanda Brumbelow

immediate past president

Vice President of Operations at Allegiance Title Company of Arkansas

 

Amanda Brumbelow, VP of Operations at Allegiance Title Co., has been a dedicated Habitat board member since 2018. She continues to provide leadership as the Immediate Past President of the Northwest Arkansas board.

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Steve
Pangle

Sr. Vice President at First National Title Company

 

Steve Pangle, Senior Vice President at First National Title Company, uses his leadership and community connections to advance Habitat's mission. A lifelong NWA resident, he is dedicated to fostering affordable housing and strong communities.

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Catelynn gibbs

Attorney at Watkins, Boyer, Gray & Curry, PLLC

 

Attorney Catelynn Gibbs specializes in real estate, estate planning, and litigation. She contributes her legal expertise to Habitat’s mission of building affordable housing and fostering community growth.

Chris moore

Manager at Nabholz Construction

 

Chris Moore, a construction professional with over 20 years of experience, serves on the Habitat board. His expertise in building supports the organization’s mission of creating stable homes for families.

Curtiss smith

Senior Pastor at Redemptive Community Church

 

Curtiss Smith, Senior Pastor at Redemptive Community Church, brings his leadership and HR experience to the Habitat board. He is passionate about creating hope and dignity for underserved communities.

Faye Kitchens

 

With over 22 years of service to Habitat, Faye Kitchens has been a key contributor on the board and Finance Committee. Her accounting background and dedication have helped countless families achieve homeownership.

 

Gene gates

Executive Vice President and Loan Manager at Arvest Bank

 

Gene Gates, EVP at Arvest Bank, has over 40 years of industry experience and serves on Habitat's board. His leadership supports Habitat’s mission of building homes and strengthening communities in NWA.

james "DOC" dockery

James “Doc” Dockery, a retired Air Force Judge Advocate, has served on Habitat boards in both San Antonio and NWA. He believes in homeownership as a pathway to generational wealth and is deeply committed to Habitat's mission.

Janet atwood

Recently retired from Atwood Design, Janet Atwood now serves on the Habitat board and Construction Committee. She brings creative solutions to affordable housing and is passionate about building better communities.

José hernandez

Mortgage Loan Officer at Gateway Mortgage

 

José Hernandez, a top-producing mortgage lender since 2004, serves on the Habitat board. Fluent in Spanish, he is dedicated to supporting families in achieving homeownership and financial stability.

Lauren larsen

Vice President for Walmart & Sam's at Glanbia Performance Nutrition

 

Lauren Larsen, VP at Glanbia Performance Nutrition, has 13+ years of leadership experience. A Habitat board member since 2022, she focuses on economic empowerment through affordable housing.

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michaela martin-worley

Independent Clinical Consultant

 

Michaela Martin-Worley combines her passion for health and housing as a Habitat board member. A medical professional and Pharm.D. candidate, she is committed to improving quality of life through secure housing.

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Rustin chrisco

Owner at Main St. Builders

 

With over 50 years in construction, Rustin Chrisco has been a Habitat advocate since 1997. As a board member, he applies his expertise to building homes and fostering stewardship for people and the environment.

vance layne

Vance Layne, a financial advisor and SmartVestor Pro, serves on the Habitat board. With a passion for community service, he supports Habitat's mission to provide affordable housing in NWA.

Leadership Team

Ashley wheeler

ceo

 

Ashley Wheeler, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Arkansas, grew up in a Habitat home in Fayetteville and is passionate about giving back to the organization. With a background in mortgage lending, she and her husband have called Northwest Arkansas home for over 30 years, raising their five children in Fayetteville.

 

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Bella Townsend

Bella Townsend

Social Media Marketing & Donation Procurement Manager
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Caren

Dyal

qualified loan originator
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Christina larsen

Family services manager
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Dawn head

fayetteville Restore assistant manager
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James Murff

construction manager
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Jeremy conkle

construction manager
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JUlie Looney

bentonville restore manager
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Megan Wolfe

compliance and grants manager
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Samantha keith

community engagement manager
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Susan Roper

accounting / accounts payable
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Tj

Davis

bentonville assistant restore manager
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vinna francis

fayetteville Restore manager
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we are an Equal opportunity housing provider

As an equal opportunity housing provider, Habitat for Humanity provides housing opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, familial status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Non-proselytizing policy

Habitat for Humanity International and its affiliate organizations (Habitat for Humanity) will not proselytize, nor will Habitat for Humanity work with entities or individuals who insist on proselytizing as part of their work with Habitat for Humanity. This means that Habitat for Humanity will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must (i) adhere to or convert to a particular faith or (ii) listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.

 

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