Special to The Truth
Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity has announced the appointment of Erin Baker as its new Development and Engagement Director. Baker brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to community service, making her an invaluable addition to the MVHFH team.
Before joining MVHFH (Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity), Baker was on the leadership team at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library as The Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. With over a decade of experience in marketing, leadership, and forging community partnerships, Baker is poised to drive MVHFH’s mission forward.
“Housing is not only a crucial aspect of my past but also a cornerstone of my future,” said Baker. “I have passionately served MVHFH for years and deeply honored to join the organization to further advance equitable opportunities for safe and affordable housing for all. I look forward to assisting with creating spaces of belonging to ensure that everyone has a place to call home.”
Baker is an active member of MVHFH’s Women Build committee and previously served as a Board of Trustee.
“We are delighted to welcome Erin Baker on staff at Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity. Her passion for affordable housing and her extensive experience in nonprofit leadership make her an ideal fit for our organization,” said Erin McPartland, executive director, Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity.
In her new role as Development and Engagement Director, Baker will leverage her expertise to cultivate partnerships, mobilize more resources, and advocate for advancing the organization’s mission of building homes, communities, and hope.
Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity (MVHFH) is committed to building a world where everyone has a decent and affordable place to live. In Lucas County, their homeownership program provides the opportunity to purchase a home with a zero percent interest mortgage for qualifying program participants. MVHFH’s Home Preservation programs complete critical home repairs, like roof replacement, code upgrades, and lead abatement, for qualifying program participants that already own their home. Discover more about the impactful work of Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity, visit mvhabitat.org toda