Trudy Soucoup

Trudy joined Homes First as Chief Executive in October, 2011, and began leading the organization into its third decade of creating safe, healthy, and affordable rental housing in Thurston County. Trudy came to Homes First from Community Youth Services where she served as Manager of Organizational Development.

​She has over 30 years experience working in nonprofits around the world. Trudy volunteers her time with many mission-driven organizations that include being a member of the Board for the Washington State Employee’s Credit Union (2017-2023) and as the 2023 incoming Chair of the Board for Washington Nonprofits (2018-2024)

A 2008 graduate of Lead Thurston County, Trudy’s passion is for working with staff and leaders to grow nonprofits and plan for their future so that our community members can have better, healthier lives.

CEO, Homes First, 2011- present

Board Chair, Nonprofit Association of Washington

Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership, Chapman University