Meet Michael Staufacker

Michael Staufacker (he/him) rejoins the board in 2023.  A long time Clare Housing volunteer and supporter, Michael brings a wealth of professional experience that will be of great benefit to our residents & staff.

Can you talk about what interested you in serving on Clare Housing’s board of directors?

I volunteered for Clare House in St. Paul in the mid-90s and for Damiano House in the early 2000s. I served a term on the board of Clare Housing in the late 2000s and continued to support Clare Housing during my subsequent time in Atlanta. Upon my return to the Twin Cities in 2022, I was looking to re-engage with Clare Housing to share my time and talents. Over the years, I have been impressed with the dedicated staff and volunteers who enable Clare Housing to make positive changes in our community related to housing and healthcare among those affected by HIV.

What about your professional background helps inform your work on the board?

My training and professional work experiences are in the areas of public health and human resources. I have worked in the non-profit sector as well as government and private industry with experience in grant writing, account management, call center management, product development, project management, and volunteer management. 

What lasting lesson have you learned from working with Clare?

Stay focused on your mission, keep those we serve at the forefront, and leverage partnerships to expand the effective use of resources.

What does “success” mean to you in terms of your work on the board?

Supporting Clare Housing staff and volunteers to end homelessness in our community among those affected by HIV.

What do you hope to accomplish in your term with the board?

I hope to provide leadership on the board to expand housing options in our community and to support the executive director and other Clare Housing leaders to ensure that the organization continues to be one of the best organizations in the Twin Cities to work for.