President & CEO

Jacquelyn Smith-Anderson

Educational Background

Jacquelyn Smith-Anderson is the founder, President, and CEO of Arizona Housing Angels. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education in 1981at Illinois State University and a Master of Art Degree in Social Service Administration in 1990 at the University of Chicago. She has been a licensed Arizona realtor since 2007.

My Story

I am originally from Chicago, Illinois and moved to Anthem, Arizona in 2003 when housing was very affordable.  At age 26, I learned the importance of homeownership when I purchased my first property with my husband, a 2 bedroom, 1000 sq. ft. condominium.  The condominium homeownership became a catalyst for purchasing subsequent real estate properties allowing my husband and I to build financial stability for our family.

I believe working class individuals and families regardless of income should be able to achieve the American dream of homeownership. My inspiration to start a nonprofit organization was inspired by work in real estate, education, and social services.  It has been my long-time God-inspired dream to start an organization that could assist low-income working-class individuals and families attain homeownership  My desire to be a change agent and make a difference in the world is grounded in my Christian roots, values, and biblical principles.

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves. Philippians 2:3-4.