Portsmouth ˗˗ Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity (SENH Habitat), a local affordable housing nonprofit, is excited to announce the appointment of Tess Diver to its Board of Directors. As SENH Habitat embarks on its latest strategic planning and growth initiatives, we are thrilled to have Tess on board. She is already generously supporting our annual fundraising events through in-kind donations.
Diver serves as the Assistant Vice President of User Experience Research and Design at Southern New Hampshire University and is the proud mother of two young children. Her passion lies in creating lasting, positive changes in communities. She believes that access to safe, affordable housing is a fundamental right, and Habitat’s mission and impactful work align with her personal goals of empowering individuals and families to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership.
With years of experience working with Habitat for Humanity in New Orleans and Mississippi, Tess brings valuable knowledge to the table. Her dedication to helping those in need is not only a personal mission but will also be a tremendous asset to the organization’s affordable housing programs. Tess has already joined the Garden Party committee and is poised to play a significant role in advancing SENH Habitat’s in-house IT department.
Marcie Bergan, Executive Director, said, “We are filled with gratitude to have Tess on our team. She has long been a supporter of Habitat, and her presence on our board is invaluable. Tess has already proven to be a doer! She brings a fresh and enthusiastic outlook to our table. We are excited to welcome Tess!”
Tess statement: "I am honored to join the Board of Directors for SENH Habitat at such an exciting time for the organization,” shared Diver. “I deeply believe in the transformative power of affordable housing and the role it plays in building stronger, more resilient communities. I am eager to contribute my experience and passion for Habitat’s mission and look forward to supporting our work in providing safe and stable homes for families in need. Together, we can continue to create positive, lasting change in southern New Hampshire."
About Habitat: Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity (SENH) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that strengthens families and develops communities by partnering with corporations, like-minded community groups, faith-based organizations and individual volunteers to build and renovate simple, decent, affordable homes with hard-working people who are in need. SENH offers a zero percent interest mortgage to homeowner Partner Families in addition to helping seniors, Veterans and disabled individuals safely age in place.
For more on Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity, visit senhhabitat.org or call (603) 433-9555.
