About Us
Culpeper Housing and Shelter Services (CHASS) provides shelter and helps those in need obtain stable, permanent housing. Originally formed in 1988 as the Culpeper Community Development Corporation by a group of concerned local residents, this 501(c)3 has helped thousands over the years to gain access to safe, affordable housing.
In order to carry out our services, we rely on state and federal grants. Local support is also needed to provide matching funds and expand our services, which are focused on meeting the needs of lower income families. For more information on how you can help, contact us.
Christopher McGill Jr.
Executive Director
Dawn M. Ownbey
Housing Program Administrator
Elizabeth O'Reilly
Bookkeeper
Elsa Hernandez
Shelter Monitor
Our Executive Board of Directors
President: Cathy Zielinski
Vice-President: Lisa Peacock
Treasurer: Tony Hooper
Secretary: Monica Chernin
Mary McPhillips Linda Thornton Milin Patel
Ryan Flanders Rick Nehrboss
We welcome individuals, groups and organizations who want to share their time and expertise to help reach more families in need. Contact us for more information to get started.
Culpeper Housing & Shelter Services
215 E. Spencer St.
Culpeper, VA 22701 Phone: 540-825-7434