Jeannette Twitty is a 35-year resident of Tacoma, community activist, philanthropist, business owner and C.E.O of a minority, woman and veteran-owned $2.5+ million-dollar business. She’s currently a political candidate seeking to join the Port of Tacoma as Port Commissioner – 3.
Jeannette has received endorsements supporting her campaign to prioritize Pierce County from the National Women Political Caucus– Washington Women’s Political Caucus, Pierce County Democrats – Pierce County Democratic Central Committee Leadership, Kathy Orlando former Chair of Washington Democrats, and Director of Tacoma School Board, Chelsea McElroy.
Jeannette is seeking a career as Port Commissioner with hopes to bring her leadership experience to the Port Commission to ensure Pierce County has the right voice at the able to cultivate good working partnerships with employees communities and investors. Most importantly ensure our Ports alliances and operations are in alignment with the long term prosperity of Pierce County.
Jeannette has been fighting for equal opportunities and social justice in Pierce County for over 20 years.
In 2003 , Jeannette realized there was an overwhelming and increasing population of homeless veterans. Being an Army Veteran herself, she quickly took action developing a crisis team to walk down Tacoma Avenue and survey the homeless population that filled the streets. She’s no stranger to understanding the issues and creating solutions. Within a few years time she established the House of Matthew Permanent and Supportive Housing, a nonprofit focused on advocating and assisting homeless and low-income individuals with educational programs, supportive services, employment assistance and housing programs that were hyper-focused on stability and self-sufficiency. The House of Matthew assist over 5,000 families per year and since its foundation still remains the only nonprofit of its kind to not seek out federal funding.
With a passion for social change, I have dedicated years to spearheading impactful, community-driven non-profit programs aimed at addressing homelessness and supporting struggling families. As an expert in business and nonprofit management, I possess the skills and experience necessary to efficiently utilize port resources for the betterment of our community. Join me in building a brighter, more inclusive future for all and be a part of the positive transformation our port needs.
My campaign is about enhancing the Port and our community. We have an abundance of potential, but we need the right voice at the table to cultivate good working partnerships that work for us.
I have a sustainable vision for Pierce County and I need your Vote to get it done!” – Jeannette Twitty
Jeannette currently serves as:
Founder & Partner – Homeward Bound at Tacoma Public Library
Board Member – Washington League of Minority Voters
Member- Tacoma Pierce County Chamber of Commerce
Member – Lakewood Chamber of Commerce
Member – Community Partners for Transition Solutions
Member – Pierce County Coalition to End Homelessness
Member – Black ECHO Chamber
Member – Master Builder Association of Pierce County
Member – Operating Engineers Local 286
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