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.