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I’m so excited to join the Community Home Trust team!

Originally from Indiana, I grew up surrounded by the Midwest values of hard work, humility and community. This foundation set me on a path to pursue community-centered vocations. I will readily admit that I am a history buff. I am a double Indiana University graduate; I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies (think ancient Greek and the Roman Empire) and a Master of Science in Health Promotion. I come to Community Home Trust from my most recent position as the Fund Development Manager for Raleigh Little Theatre. Previously, I worked within higher education and nonprofits. I have called North Carolina home since 2021.

Being from the Midwest, I am an avoid college basketball fan (Go Hoosiers). Additionally, I love baking, hiking and exploring my new home state.

I am thrilled to join the Community Home Trust team. As Director of Philanthropy, I will lead the development and implementation of strategies to raise funds from individuals, corporations, foundations, and community organizations. The most exciting thing for me is to build authentic relationships with the community and the Community Home Trust team to work together to ensure everyone has access to affordable housing.

We’re so excited that Thea has joined our staff, and we hope you’ll help us welcome her! You can reach her at tcola@communityhometrust.org or 919.967.1545 x 310.