Celebrating Leadership and Commitment to Affordable Housing: Kathy Tyrrell Luce, Executive Vice President, Receives Prestigious Award
We are proud to share that Kathy Tyrrell Luce, Executive Vice President/Partner, was presented with the Brenda Torpy Founders Award at Champlain Housing Trust’s (CHT) Annual Meeting in Burlington, VT on February 13th. More than 350 people attended the annual event, including colleagues from Maloney. This honor recognizes Kathy’s many years of service and contributions to the mission of CHT and to affordable housing. The award pays tribute to Kathy’s decades of work, and recognizes that Kathy is, in everything she does, a stalwart champion of community and affordable housing. Her impact will continue long into the future.
“Kathy has been enthusiastic and thoughtful in everything she does. CHT expresses deep appreciation for her dedication to this organization and community, her countless contributions over many years, and her deep devotion to the mission of affordable housing and community leadership”
– Michael Monte, CEO of Champlain Housing Trust
At Maloney Properties, we believe in the power of leadership and the importance of making a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Throughout her career, Kathy has exemplified the values that guide our company — from innovative solutions to pressing challenges, to fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. She has not only demonstrated incredible leadership but has also inspired those around her to contribute to the greater good.
Our colleagues from Maloney Properties attended the event, and Kathy recognized them during her acceptance speech:
“To my dear colleagues at Maloney Properties and our very special team at Northgate and Fern Hill. We have worked side by side for over 40 years, and what we have done is we’ve fostered communities of quality and dignity for thousands of families across New England – we have always made a difference together as a team, and it continues to be a labor of love for all of us.”
Kathy’s dedication to creating high-quality homes for those in need goes beyond just professional responsibility; it’s a personal mission. Kathy has worked tirelessly to ensure that every individual and family has access to affordable housing that reflects their dignity, provides a safe and stable environment, and enhances quality of life.
“This award is a testament to the incredible individuals who come together to make things better. Each action, big or small, flows outward, creating a ripple effect of hope and opportunity. I am so very proud to be a part of this community, and I pledge to continue working alongside all of you to further our mission of providing safe and affordable housing for all and, with that, a more just society in which we can live.”
– Kathy Tyrrell Luce, Executive Vice President/Partner
This award also recognizes the many years of our strong collaboration working alongside the Northgate Residents Ownership Corporation (NROC) at Northgate, The NROC Board and the entire team at Northgate have poured heart and soul into their work, and we could not be prouder of their accomplishments.
We look forward to Kathy continuing to inspire us in our shared mission of delivering high-quality, affordable homes that promote dignity and opportunity for all.
About Champlain Housing Trust
The Champlain Housing Trust (CHT) is a community land trust established in 1984 that supports the people of Vermont and strengthens their communities through the development and stewardship of permanently affordable homes and related community assets. CHT is recognized at local, regional, state, national, and international levels as being a leader in affordable housing and, in particular, for their success in creating and preserving permanently affordable homes through the community land trust model. CHT holds a vision that the communities they serve will have a stock of permanently affordable homes to ensure that the region will be diverse and inclusive, with safe and decent housing for all people, supported by services and programs that enhance health and opportunity.
