"I work in this field because it is my passion. I believe having a better life should not depend on luck. I love being part of an active solution and feel I am making a significant and positive improvement in the lives of the families I help serve."
- Milon F. Pitts, Client Services Director, Homeward Bound
Fellow Biography
After working in several family support services positions at Homeward Bound, Milon F. Pitts in 2004 took over as director of client services, where he manages a staff of eight and oversees support services and programs that help families and children achieve economic independence and stability. Prior to joining Homeward Bound, Mr. Pitts worked at Chandler Gilbert Arc as a residential and community relations coordinator and at Sycamores-Pasadena Children’s Training Society as the day treatment coordinator.
Mr. Pitts holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Phoenix and an Associate of Arts degree from Pasadena City College. He also completed family studies coursework at Iowa State University.
Field Notes
Mr. Pitts has not completed his fellowship. The following is a short summary of his sabbatical.
During his sabbatical, Mr. Pitts plans to attend three one-week workshops offered by the National Training Institute to enhance his leadership, interpersonal and strategic planning skills. He also will work with a certified coach to clarify his personal and business goals. To enrich his understanding of the development function, Mr. Pitts will attend The Grantsmanship Center’s one-week training program. He also will visit several exemplary housing programs in Boston and attend a seminar about housing tax credits offered by the Institute for Professional and Executive Development.
Contact Information
Milon F. Pitts
Client Services Director
Homeward Bound
602.374.8732
m.pitts@hbphx.org
www.hbphx.org