Scott Ellis is the Director of Mission Advancement at Avalon Housing, a non-profit affordable housing developer and supportive services provider that is working to end homelessness in Washtenaw County. He leads Avalon's efforts at the local, state, and federal level to advocate for policies and budgets that improve the lives of people in need of supportive affordable housing. His team also partners with corporations, foundations, and individuals in the community to fund Avalon's programs and services, which help people exit homelessness and stay housed.