The Trustees of Atlantic Housing Foundation were asked to serve because of their skills and experience in real estate, law, business, and philanthropic activities. Several of the members are real estate professionals with over 200 years of combined experience in development, acquisition, finance, and management. The common thread among these trustees is their understanding that a nonprofit corporation, like Atlantic Housing Foundation, must operate under a higher standard of professionalism and strict accountability. They also understand the social purpose and nature of a non-profit organization, its position within society and law, and know that it will not succeed unless it is properly managed.