The Housing Partnership of Chester County (HPCC) proudly announces the appointment of Jeffrey D. Spencer (Jeff) as its new Executive Director, effective March 3, 2025. With a distinguished career in nonprofit leadership spanning over three decades, Jeff is poised to continue the agency’s advancement towards expanded services and meaningful programs that create and grow safe, stable communities throughout Chester County. Diversified Services LLC conducted the search on behalf of the HPCC.
A Pittsburgh native, Jeff has dedicated much of his career to the Boy Scouts of America, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer of the Chester County Council. His proven track record of fostering community engagement, strategic development, and impactful programming makes him the ideal leader to amplify HPCC’s mission of assisting individuals and families in the acquisition and retention of long-term attainable housing in Chester County.
Jeff holds a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and a Master of Science in Human Services from Murray State University. Passionate about community service, he serves on the Board of the Rotary Club of West Chester and as President of the Greater West Chester Rotary Foundation. Jeff and his wife, Ann, make their home in Uwchlan Township alongside their beloved rescue dogs, Seely and Luna.
Jeff steps into the role following the retirement of Kenneth Hutton (Ken), who has led HPCC since 2022. Expressing gratitude for Ken’s contributions, HPCC Board President John Yurkutat stated, “Ken’s leadership has been instrumental in advancing HPCC’s mission and expanding our programs to better serve Chester County residents. We extend our heartfelt thanks and wish him a fulfilling and well-earned retirement.”
ABOUT THE HOUSING PARTNERSHIP OF CHESTER COUNTY: The Housing Partnership of Chester County is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation established in 1988 and headquartered in Downingtown, PA. Its mission is to assist low-to-moderate income individuals and families in the acquisition and retention of long-term attainable housing in Chester County. Over the past 36 years, HPCC has coordinated over 400 first-time homebuyers’ settlements, representing more than $3 million in financial assistance, and completed over $5.6 million in repairs for homeowners in Chester County. HPCC also provides free financial literacy programs for all ages. For more information about HPCC’s programs and services, visit the website here.