National Housing Trust
Thomas Garda is currently serving as a Housing Policy Fellow at the National Housing Trust since August 2024. Thomas attained both Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Public Policy from the University of Maryland, where studies were focused on public policy with a minor in global poverty. Previous experience includes a Data Intern position at the U.S. Fire Administration, where responsibilities involved geocoding NFIRS data and conducting analysis on FEMA/USFA programs. Additionally, as a Housing Intern at Housing Initiative Partnership, Inc., Thomas contributed to grant writing and project development, and engaged with residents through various services. Earlier experience as a Housing Intern at Bergen County United Way involved working with stakeholders in the affordable housing construction process. Thomas's foundational education was completed at Bergen County Technical High School, focusing on Culinary Science.
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National Housing Trust
We bring resident services, lending, policy, sustainability, and development under one roof to ensure that everyone -everywhere- can be proud of where they live Vision The National Housing Trust envisions a nation where federal, state and local policymakers, private owners and investors, affordable housing practitioners, and the public work together to support quality, healthy neighborhoods with a range of housing options so that families of all income levels have an opportunity to thrive. Mission The National Housing Trust protects and improves existing affordable rental homes so that low income individuals and families can live in quality neighborhoods with access to opportunities. Our Impact The National Housing Trust has preserved or helped to preserve more than 25,000 affordable homes through real estate development, lending, and technical assistance.