EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

maryjo@habitatmadisonclark.org

Mary Jo Hatchett is the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity, where she leads our team to provide safe, decent, and affordable housing to families in need. With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit housing sector, Mary Jo has dedicated her career to helping individuals from low socio-economic backgrounds find stable housing solutions.  For Mary Jo, the mission is clear: Seeking to put God's love into action, bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Her unwavering dedication is rooted in belief of the transformative power of homeownership and the foundation of success and profound hope it provides for our deserving families. 

For Mary Jo, the mission of Habitat for Humanity is not merely a job but a deeply personal conviction. She firmly believes that every individual deserves the fundamental right to a stable and decent home and the sense of belonging that comes with a homeownership. This core principle fuels her commitment to the organization's goals. She works day in and day out, to transform this mission and vision into a reality for countless families in the Madison and Clark counties, striving to ensure that the dream of homeownership is attainable for all who need it.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

michelle@habitatmadisonclark.org

Michelle Boyd, our Executive Assistant, has over 20 years of experience in human resources and accounts payable. There are many aspects of her multifaceted role at Habitat that bring her deep joy and satisfaction, but what truly stands out is witnessing first-hand, families achieve the dream of homeownership. She loves watching our family’s journey unfold first-hand; from that first meeting, to picking out siding colors, to on-site build days, to the dedication ceremony when we hand them their first set of keys. Her work at Habitat is both invaluable and personally inspiring. 

More recently, Michelle expanded her role and began managing the Richmond ReStore.  She adores seeing families come in and be able to shop for quality items for their home that are affordable. Michelle says, “It’s not just about providing household goods and supplies; it's about empowering families to create comfortable living spaces without financial strain. The accessibility to affordable, quality items contributes greatly to their overall well-being and sense of pride in their homes.” Michelle also feels fortunate to be surrounded by a team of dedicated and passionate coworkers. Their collaborative spirit, mutual support, and shared commitment to Habitat’s mission, makes coming to work a fulfilling and enriching experience.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

trent@habitatmadisonclark.org

Trent Dolter, our Volunteer Services Coordinator, graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 2024 with a degree in Psychology. Before assuming his current position, Trent dedicated two years to the Madison Clark County Habitat affiliate as the Resource Development Assistant. In this capacity, he gained valuable experience in fundraising, donor relations, and resource allocation - all crucial elements in sustaining Habitat's mission. In October 2024, Trent returned to the Madison Clark County Habitat affiliate as the Volunteer Services Coordinator, a role he has embraced wholeheartedly. His journey back to Habitat was driven by a deep-seated passion for the organization's mission and a desire to contribute directly to its impact.

He says, "I love our mission and the idea of providing a hand up to those in need while building community through service. It's incredibly rewarding work to bring our amazing volunteers together to better the lives of deserving families. The tangible difference we make in people's lives is what inspires me every day." Trent's commitment to fostering a strong volunteer community is evident in his enthusiasm for connecting individuals with opportunities to contribute to Habitat's vision.

FUND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

mel@habitatmadisonclark.org

Mel Jackson, our Fund Development Coordinator, joined Habitat for Humanity of Madison and Clark Counties in November 2024, bringing with her a heart full of compassion, creativity, and a deep desire to serve others. Though new to the nonprofit world, Mel has a strong background in communication and editing, with over 15 years of experience in the field. Before joining Habitat, Mel worked at the University of Kentucky as an editor for Internal Audit and holds an English degree from Harvard University. Her unique blend of academic insight and practical skills makes her an incredible asset to our team.

As our Fund Development Coordinator, Mel leads efforts to raise the vital funding needed to build safe, affordable housing. She coordinates events, manages public relations, oversees our social media presence, writes grants, meets with partner families, and supports nearly every aspect of our work.  Whether she’s behind the scenes or rolling up her sleeves on the job site, Mel is passionate about Habitat’s core vision of, “Providing a world where everyone has a decent place to live.”