King County Housing Authority

KCHA is committed to preserving affordable housing. Through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, we're able to provide long-term housing solutions that benefit our community. Learn more about how KCHA is maintaining affordability at https://lnkd.in/geAEHTRP

Andrew Zimmerman has been with KCHA for over eight years, bringing with him over 20 years of extensive experience in Construction Management. Now a Construction Coordinator for our Capital Construction Department, he’s held four roles across two departments at KCHA, consistently translating his experiences into organized and successful projects. As a Construction Coordinator, Andrew primarily oversees the design, development and permitting process for construction projects. He would also say he has a few other responsibilities — like taking any opportunity to tell his teammates a few bad jokes. His most rewarding experiences have been witnessing families and veterans transition to stable, safe, and well-managed housing, “Working at KCHA has been a very positive and rewarding experience, primarily because I often get to have fun working with great project teams and I’m using my background and skills to help our community.” While he was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Andrew has called the Pacific Northwest home for the past 24 years. He enjoys being outdoors — hiking, camping, playing tennis, meditating, and more. If you’re lucky, you may get the chance to see him singing and playing guitar with his rock n’ roll band.

In 2024, KCHA expanded the Family Self-Sufficiency Program, providing direct coaching to more than 320 people so that they can achieve their financial goals. https://lnkd.in/gjQRmdgu

Housing is the key to solving homelessness. Through a variety of programs, KCHA supports nearly 6,300 households that were previously experiencing homelessness--including veterans, families with children, college students, people fleeing domestic violence, and young adults exiting foster care. Learn more about KCHA's homelessness response at https://lnkd.in/g2d-Jp6v

Partnerships with private landlords are key to the Housing Choice Voucher program. In 2024, KCHA welcomed 212 new landlords to the HCV program, and collaborated with the Seattle Housing Authority & Tacoma Housing Authority to host the annual Landlord Symposium with more than 180 attendees. Message us if you are a landlord or housing provider and want to participate. https://lnkd.in/g98kMa9g

I really appreciate working for an organization where everyone is mission-driven. Here are just a few of our staff and partners who shared how their personal story connects to our mission and a sense of belonging at the King County Housing Authority.

King County Housing Authority is transforming lives through housing! A pleasure to tour Greenbridge with CEO Robin Walls today, an award winning, 3-star built green, mixed-income community with homes (subsidized, workforce and for sale) for 3000+ people, plus parks, services, shopping, an elementary school, a library & a remodeled community center -MT

After almost a decade of work as a Program Manager in an assisted living facility, Kelly Trudeau made the transition to KCHA in 2015. Now a Family Self-Sufficiency coordinator for our FSS program, she has been bringing her experience and passion for building authentic connections with her every day. Propelled by her experiences facilitating relationships in assisted living, Kelly discovered a new passion for social services and helping others. She shared that one of the many reasons she was drawn to KCHA was an alignment with our mission and her personal values, “I am a passionate advocate for providing resources and barrier reductions to families. I believe housing is a fundamental human right because it is the basis of stability for any individual or family.” As an FSS Coordinator, Kelly works closely with residents to mentor them in attaining economic mobility and stability, providing them with the tools they need to grow. Outside of work, Kelly seeks heart-pumping adventures — paragliding, skydiving, parasailing, ziplining through canyons and riding in hot air balloons. Some of her tamer adventures include paddleboarding, thrift shopping, working out and enjoying the outdoors.

It’s #GivingTuesday, a chance to reflect with gratitude for those who give back, and recognize the many people in our community who practice acts of care and generosity all year long. KCHA’s partnerships with nonprofits like KidVantage, Neighborhood House, Kent Youth and Family Services, Center for Human Services, and many more, offer the support and resources that people need to thrive. Find more great nonprofits with Charity Navigator. https://lnkd.in/ebNumQf

KCHA would like to acknowledge that we live and work on the ancestral homelands of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Duwamish, Muckleshoot, and Snoqualmie tribes, who have lived here from time immemorial. Please join us in expressing our deepest respect and gratitude for our Indigenous neighbors.