Terrell Berry To Lead Family Homelessness Initiative: Council For The Homeless Welcomes Berry As Chief Impact Officer (Photo) -03/18/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. (March 18, 2025) — Council for the Homeless has named Terrell Berry chief impact officer. Berry brings a wealth of personal and professional experience and has been a dedicated advocate for housing justice and homelessness prevention his entire career. This newly created role affords the agency a new lead in its efforts to end family homelessness in Clark County.

 

Berry will drive the initiative, funded by the Bezos Day 1 Family Fund Grant, to reduce literal homelessness (families living in a car, shelter or outside) by at least 15% over five years. He will also work with CFTH staff and partners to strengthen solutions and reduce the number of families couch-surfing or doubled-up. In addition, Berry will supervise CFTH program managers who oversee the delivery of services across the spectrum of need for homeless services.

 

“I aim to create a lasting impact and move closer to a future where housing is a right, not a privilege,” Berry said.

 

Berry is a longtime community partner of CFTH. While pursuing his master’s in social work, he spent time as an intern with CFTH and is excited to join the executive leadership team. “We are all thrilled to have him on staff to lead some really important work for us and our efforts to end and prevent homelessness,” said Sesany Fennie-Jones, chief executive officer.

 

Berry is committed to making it easier for people experiencing homelessness to access the support and services they need. He will focus on identifying gaps in the housing response system and developing strategies to remove barriers to stable housing in Clark County.

 

For more information about CFTH and its programs, visit www.councilforthehomeless.org.

 

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About Council for the Homeless: Council for the Homeless (CFTH) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Clark County, WA, by providing community leadership, compelling advocacy, and practical solutions to solve homelessness on an individual and community level. Founded in 1989, CFTH serves as the lead agency and coordinated entry for delivery of homeless services through the Continuum of Care for Homeless Services in Clark County, WA.

Council For The Homeless Welcomes Two New Board Members To Strengthen Mission To End Homelessness In Clark County (Photo) -02/25/25

VANCOUVER, WA (February 24, 2025)--Council for the Homeless (CFTH) is pleased to welcome two esteemed community leaders, Dorothy Chongkit and Dania Otto, to its Board of Directors. Their dedication, experience, and passion for community-driven solutions will help further the organization's mission to prevent and end homelessness in Clark County.

 

Dorothy Chongkit, newly appointed Board Secretary, brings a strong commitment to fostering collaboration and actionable solutions. She states, "To prevent and end homelessness, we as a community have to work together for a common goal. As a resident of Clark County, it is imperative for me to step up, join hands with the Board, and provide workable solutions."

 

Dania Otto, a newly appointed Board Member, is impassioned by her Chuukese community and is motivated by a deep sense of advocacy and engagement. "I am inspired by working directly with my community experiencing homelessness to join this mission to prevent and end homelessness in Clark County. With invaluable insight, passion, and drive, I want to step into spaces where I can support and make real change," Otto shares.

 

Board President Beth Cook expresses enthusiasm for their addition, stating, "We are thrilled to have these two knowledgeable and inspiring community leaders join the leadership of Council for the Homeless. Their experience and expertise add great value to our efforts."

 

CFTH continues to prioritize helping the most vulnerable in our community secure safe and stable housing. Committed to systemic change, the agency provides resources and leadership to address housing insecurity and homelessness. The addition of Chongkit and Otto further strengthens the organization's capacity to drive meaningful progress. For more information about CFTH, its programs, and initiatives, please visit www.councilforthehomeless.org.

 

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About Council for the Homeless: Council for the Homeless (CFTH) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Clark County, WA, by providing community leadership, compelling advocacy, and practical solutions to solve homelessness on an individual and community level. Founded in 1989, CFTH serves as the lead agency and coordinated entry for delivery of homeless services through the Continuum of Care for Homeless Services in Clark County, WA.