SCHENECTADY — A new era begins at the Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP) with the appointment of a fresh chief executive officer.
The nonprofit’s board of directors announced this week that Adelaide Haberbush will be stepping into the role. Haberbush is no stranger to SCAP, having served as its deputy director for several years, in addition to holding leadership roles in other local nonprofits.
Maxine Brisport, president of SCAP’S board of directors, expressed her excitement in a statement, “We are delighted to usher in Addy as our new CEO. Her leadership, dynamism, and innovative thinking will undoubtedly enhance our programs and services. Moreover, her profound commitment to our community is truly inspiring.”
Haberbush will be taking over from Debra Schimpf, who recently retired after a remarkable 35-year tenure at the helm of the organization.
“Deb’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping our organization,” Brisport acknowledged. “We are incredibly lucky and deeply appreciative to have had her as SCAP’s guiding force.”
Since its inception in 1965, SCAP has been dedicated to combating poverty across Schenectady County. Today, the organization boasts a team of 150 staff members and provides assistance to over 7,500 individuals annually through a wide range of programs, spanning from early learning to employment and housing services.
“I’m eager to carry forward SCAP’s rich legacy of being a reliable provider of services and programs aimed at helping our community members rise above poverty,” Haberbush stated. “SCAP plays a pivotal role in addressing the needs of our community, and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to contribute to this legacy.”
Disagree – another new CEO won’t solve the deep-rooted issues within the organization #TimeForChange
Disagree – Let’s give the new CEO a chance to bring much-needed change to the organization.
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