BETHLEHEM, PA — New Bethany, a local nonprofit with a mission to end food insecurity, homelessness, and poverty in the Lehigh Valley, announced the hiring of Crystal Williams as a development officer in the planning and development department.
Williams’ love for people and food and her strong skills in communications, strategic business development, and public relations helped her get several volunteer and job opportunities.
Williams had experience working as an event manager at Envision Events, a food service director at YWCA, and a kitchen supervisor at Aramark Refreshment Services.
Executive Director J. Marc Rittle praised Williams, saying, “Crystal’s dedication to our Lehigh Valley community will make her a strong asset to the New Bethany team.”
Williams’ work in the organization will focus on strengthening donor relationships as she implements different fundraising strategies and methods.
She also plays a huge social role in the organization, attending community events and fostering relationships with local community engagement representatives.
In addition, Williams is responsible for writing grants and managing databases.
Williams expressed excitement about her new role. She hopes to make an impact and help the organization succeed, saying that she is “deeply committed to the work the New Bethany team carries out daily, offering hope and assistance to people experiencing poverty, hunger, and homelessness.”
New Bethany supports people in the Lehigh Valley, providing numerous services, including food support, hygiene support, wellness programming, housing assistance, permanent affordable housing, and more.
For more information on the work of New Bethany, visit https://newbethany.org/
