Diane Thompson

Diane has made the Cedar Valley her home ever since graduating from the University of Northern Iowa. She has more than thirty years’ experience working with and for children and families. She is originally from Cedar Rapids.

Diane loves to meet new people and see new places. Faith and family are among her most cherished values. Outside of work you will find her taking in a Cubs game, camping, fishing, or treasure-hunting at secondhand shops with her husband and kids.

Why House of Hope?

“House of Hope is a perfect fit for me. It truly lights me up when I can help others discover their own unique strengths. To watch as they begin to unlock the potential that they never knew they had. The beauty of House of Hope programming is that we seek to coach others toward self-sufficiency. For sustainable and generational change.”