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Leadership & Team

It takes a team of dedicated leaders and volunteers to help the community of the Ohio Valley.

Mike Linger

Mike Linger

Executive Director

Mike brings a pastor’s heart with his experience in local mission and ministry.

Heather Gallagher

Heather Gallagher

Associate Director

Heather’s work in social services helps meet the needs of those who come to the HOC.

Julie Polley

Julie Polley

Life Skills Coordinator

Julie brings a great deal of compassion and faith, as well as strong leadership to the thrift store.

Michael Johnson

Michael Johnson

Assistant Thrift Store Manager

Michael is a dedicated, hard worker and oversees the thrift store and food pantry.

Jaclyn Gillispie-Fedak

Jaclyn’s passion for teaching and helping others helps benefit those in need.

Ronald Wensyel

Ronald Wensyel

Program Support

Ron helps make all of our programs possible. He picks up donations and cares for the building, grounds and vehicles.

Volunteers

Our volunteers average 15,000 hours of service to our local community per year.