"I
grew up in Jackson, but I always had one foot on
the way out of town, not knowing if I would ever
be able to put down permanent roots. My
affordable home allowed me to stay here and
contribute to the community as a social service
worker, a neighbor and a volunteer."
Deidre Ashley, Executive
Director, Community Entry
Services
Heather Marks
"One of the most overwhelming experiences in my life was
walking through the door of home with my son, Trey, just
after he was born. I cried the whole way up the stairs,
whispering over and over into his tiny ear - We're home,
we're home...this is your home."
Pauline Towers-Dykeman, with husband Paul Dykeman, and
their son, Trey
Public Service
"Owning my home
has allowed me to become more involved in the
community. I have shown neighborhood children
what zucchini looks like when growing in my
garden, helped kids with math homework while
sitting together on my front porch, and shared
the joy of being able to live in a place that is
dear to me." Allison Gillen, Library Assistant, Teton
County Library
Melissa Turley
Debra Lind
Small Business
"My affordable home made it possible for me to stay
here doing the work I love as a fishing guide and
operate a small business, Peak Chimney Sweeps. The sense
of permanence and stability I feel as a homeowner has
allowed me to contribute to our community more than ever
before."
Drew Happ, Fishing Guide, Westbank Anglers
"We were able to open our small business in
Jackson because our affordable home gave us the
borrowing power for a small business loan.
Without the Housing Trust, we would have most
likely left here and created a niche for
ourselves in another community where we could
own a home."
David Lundquist, Owner (with wife Theresa), Fancy Plants
"Affordable housing is not a free ride. It is a way to
give the people who are the backbone of our community
the ability to remain in our community."
Steve Tatigian, Owner/Partner, Two Ocean Builders
More Homeowners
"Our greatest contribution to the community as
homeowners is our kids. Raising them with love and
respect for this amazing place has set the stage for
them to have love and respect towards their peers, the
community, the environment, and beyond."
Heather Bupp, with son, Canyon
"Becoming a homeowner has given me a greater attachment
and sense of pride about living in Jackson Hole. I feel
connected to this land, this ecosystem, this community,
and its well-being. I am also a better worker because
now I am more committed to my employers."
A.J. Cargill, Personal Trainer, One to One
Wellness
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