Housing Assistance Appoints Christa Danilowicz as VP of Philanthropy
Housing Assistance has announced that Christa Danilowicz of Sandwich has joined the nonprofit organization as Vice President of Philanthropy and will work closely with donors and community stakeholders to expand support for housing solutions on Cape Cod.
Danilowicz’s expertise spans major gifts, annual fund development, strategic planning, special events and collaborating with board and fundraising leadership committees. Previously, she dedicated nearly a decade of her career to fundraising efforts for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod & the Islands.
“Christa’s experience and passion for connecting people with meaningful causes will strengthen our ability to expand our impact,” said Alisa Magnotta, CEO of Housing Assistance. “We have built a strong philanthropic foundation, and with Christa’s leadership we will continue mobilizing support to ensure that everyone on Cape Cod has a place to call home.”
Danilowicz serves on the board of Philanthropy Partners of the Cape & Islands and has held roles as a co-chair and committee member for its annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod. She also contributes to the fundraising alumni committee for the Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Queens University of Charlotte.
“I cherish Cape Cod and am thrilled to step into this role and work alongside such a tremendous team that is wholeheartedly committed to addressing the housing crisis in our region,” said Danilowicz. “I look forward to engaging with our community to inspire action and create lasting change.”
Anne Van Vleck, who as Chief Development Officer has been instrumental in advancing the organization’s development efforts since 2017, continues to serve Housing Assistance in a part-time consulting role.
“Anne has been a valued member of our team since 2017, and her commitment and contributions have left a lasting impact,” said Magnotta. “I am grateful for her dedication and look forward to seeing the innovative work she will contribute. She will remain a valuable member of the development team working closely to ensure that the future builds on our past.”
About Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance has provided a spectrum of services to help our homeless and vulnerable neighbors secure a safe, stable place to call home since 1974. These programs and services include homeless outreach, family shelters, rental vouchers, affordable housing development, energy efficiency programs, and first-time homebuyer support. Housing Assistance also works to address the root causes of housing instability – lack of inventory and lack of affordability – that affect almost all income levels in our region. To learn more, visit www.haconcapecod.org.