Geoff Crump is Appointed as Hopelink CEO

Hopelink is thrilled to announce the appointment of Geoff Crump, a 10+ year veteran of the organization, as the agency’s Chief Executive Officer. The selection was made by Hopelink’’s Board of Directors, following a several month search led by a CEO Selection Committee that included current and former Board members and a staff advisor. Geoff’s appointment follows his successful term as interim CEO for the organization, a position he held since fall 2023.

At Hopelink, volunteers are more than just their financial value. They add to the Hopelink experience through the relationships they build with clients, creating memorable moments of joy for many families experiencing poverty. It’s about meeting families where they are, and then adding to their experience through kindness and compassion.

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Looking back on Lend a Hoping Hand 2023  Right now, north and east King County are the most expensive regions in Washington, according to the Self-Sufficiency Standard by UW’s Center for Women’s Welfare. As household costs continue to soar, it’s become increasingly difficult for thousands of our neighbors to make ends meet. The winter season […]