Jamye Cooper will be taking the reins of Haywood Habitat for Humanity, bringing with her 25 years of professional experience in all aspects of nonprofit organizations. 

Her experience includes work as director of corporate and foundation relations at UNC-Asheville and executive director of Folkmoot USA. Most recently, she served as executive director of Dining for Women, an international giving organization based in Greenville, South Carolina.  

“Home is where everything starts,” the Canton mother of three said. “It is personally gratifying to professionally align with my belief that having a safe and stable home is foundational.”

Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to eliminate poverty housing by helping struggling families become homeowners. The Haywood chapter recently broke ground on its 44th home since its founding in 1990.