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Your Support Team From Start to Keys.

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team is here to guide you through every step of the process—from exploring eligibility to moving into your new home. As a leading nonprofit, we bring together housing experts, community advocates, and trusted advisors who are passionate about making homeownership more accessible in our region.

Managed and operated by Community Housing Partners, New River Home Trust is here to make the process simple, supportive, and rewarding.

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    Jake Powell

    Executive Director

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    Michael George

    Project Manager

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    Susanne Wilburn

    Homeownership Advisor

Our Partners

We’re proud to work alongside a network of mission-aligned partners who make our work possible. Together, we’re creating affordable housing solutions that serve the needs of our entire community.

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Our Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board helps shape the vision and strategy of New River Home Trust. These trusted leaders and professionals bring deep knowledge and local insight to ensure our mission stays strong, relevant, and community-focused.

  • Montgomery County

    • Brea Hopkins, Director of Planning & GIS Services

    • Chris Lawerence, Deputy County Administrator

    Town of Blacksburg

    • Kim Thurlow, Housing and Community Connections Manager

    • Matt Hanratty, Deputy Town Manager

    At-Large Community Members

    • Rachel Gabriele, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, Virginia Tech
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Our Supporters

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From local governments to nonprofit leaders, our work is made possible by the incredible individuals and organizations who believe in the power of home.