Lisa Myers brings her expertise in nonprofit accounting, grants and strategic financial planning.<\/i><\/p>\n
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (May 5, 2026)\u00a0–\u00a0New Bethany Inc.<\/u><\/a>, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing food access, housing and social services to those experiencing poverty, hunger and homelessness, announced the promotion of Lisa Myers to the organization\u2019s finance director.<\/p>\n \u201cLisa has been instrumental in strengthening New Bethany\u2019s financial operations since the start of the pandemic,\u201d said John Marc Rittle, executive director of New Bethany. \u201cHer leadership and financial expertise have helped ensure that every dollar entrusted to our organization is used effectively to serve our neighbors in need. This promotion recognizes not only her professional excellence, but also her commitment to the people and community that New Bethany supports every day.\u201d<\/p>\n In her role, Myers oversees New Bethany\u2019s financial health, strategy and compliance, ensuring funds align with the nonprofit\u2019s mission. She is responsible for managing budgets, financial reporting, audits and cash flow, while advising leadership and the board.<\/p>\n Myers first joined New Bethany in May 2020 as a temporary grant administrator in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and advanced to a full-time role as finance assistant in Nov. 2021. She was promoted to controller after less than a year, and held that title until her promotion to finance director.<\/p>\n Before joining New Bethany, Myers worked at Dan Schantz Farm & Greenhouses LLC for 27 years, serving as a controller and operating partner. She also served as accounting bookkeeper and property manager at Triangle Lumber Co.<\/p>\n Since its founding in March 1985, New Bethany has provided more than 1.1 million meals, supported over 2,000 residents through its housing programs and received assistance from 12,000 volunteers, helping thousands of neighbors in need.<\/p>\n Meet New Bethany\u2019s full team at\u00a0https:\/\/newbethany.org\/our- About New Bethany Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n New Bethany offers hope and support to neighbors experiencing poverty, food insecurity, and homelessness in the Lehigh Valley. Founded in March 1985, New Bethany has provided over 1.1 million meals and assisted tens of thousands of neighbors throughout our 40 years of serving the community. New Bethany helps individuals and families overcome barriers to self-sufficiency by providing human-centered, wraparound services\u2014from food assistance and basic hygiene to supportive and permanent housing, financial assistance, case management, and wellness initiatives. New Bethany meets people where they are\u2014empowering them to build sustainable and independent lives.<\/p>\n To learn more, visit\u00a0www.newbethany.org<\/u><\/a>\u00a0or find New Bethany on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram @NewBethanyLV.<\/p>\n Information provided to TVL by: Lisa Myers brings her expertise in nonprofit accounting, grants and strategic financial planning. BETHLEHEM, Pa. (May 5, 2026)\u00a0–\u00a0New Bethany Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to providing food access, housing and … Continue reading New Bethany Strengthens Leadership Team with Finance Director Promotion<\/span>
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