New Bethany Ministries’ new Director of Development, Emily Parker, may be a fresh face around the office, but she jumped headfirst into her position. From the moment she accepted in February, she began brainstorming creative ways to build donor relations and fundraise for New Bethany. Now she’s branching into the world of philanthropy and grants…
The organization’s award-winning Housing Assistance office accepts $50,000 toward services for homeless Lehigh Valley veterans. New Bethany Ministries (NBM), a Bethlehem, PA nonprofit providing basic-need services, housing, and support that lifts individuals out of poverty, received $50,000 through the Lehigh Valley Homeless Veterans Fund. The grant is part of $195,000 in state funding and will…
Meet José Mendez, one of New Bethany Ministries’ newest Board Members. An active member of the Episcopalian community, José spent the last 20 years involved with our neighbor, the Cathedral Church of the Nativity. He learned about New Bethany in 2012 when he began facilities management work at the church, ensuring all Cathedral services and…
The Choice Food Pantry has one main goal – improving client health while ultimately reducing chronic disease from poor food decisions, and New Bethany Ministries has always envisioned offering recipes to guests visiting the pantry allowing them to choose ingredients needed to cook entire meals. When paired with Brown & Brown Insurance for the Volunteer…
New Bethany Ministries Completes Housing Assistance Team Three new employees join New Bethany. New Bethany Ministries (NBM) announces the addition of Rosemary Coleman, Bria Johnson, and Heather Kebernik as tenant navigators for the Housing Assistance program. As tenant navigators, Coleman, Johnson, and Kebernik assist tenants and property owners who are managing rental payment arrears challenges….
New Bethany Ministries Fills Lead Fundraising Position Emily Parker was hired as the organization’s Director of Development. New Bethany Ministries (NBM) recently appointed Emily Parker as the organization’s Director of Development. Parker is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing all activities related to organizational fundraising. After starting her career as Director of Development for Legacy…
Meet Robin Riley-Casey, one of New Bethany Ministries’ newest board members. Robin had been seeking to join an organization where she could actively participate in the work. She wanted to find somewhere that she could genuinely contribute to the Lehigh Valley. When Robin discovered New Bethany’s extraordinary services, she set her sights on getting involved….
New Bethany Ministries Expands Housing Assistance Program Jennifer Moll hired as Social Services Director. New Bethany Ministries (NBM) recently appointed Jennifer Moll as the organization’s first Social Services Director of the Housing Assistance program. Moll is responsible for overseeing the organization’s Housing Assistance program and Elliott Center and will provide assistance on housing grant accountability. …
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New Bethany Ministries prides itself on having an incredible team, and Social Work Month offers us an opportunity to recognize those serving in that capacity. We asked our social workers why they chose their careers and what drives their work. Veronne Demesyeux, LMSW – Associate Executive Director Veronne launched her career in social work eight…
