DULUTH, Ga. - GeorgiaChron -- For the last 31 years, Rainbow Village has thrived on the belief that "it takes a village." In order to pursue its mission to provide help, hope, housing and healing to families facing homelessness in North Metro Atlanta, the nonprofit has assembled a steadfast staff, a devoted group of volunteers, and an extensive collection of corporate, community and faith partners. Working tirelessly behind the scenes to govern the organization, Rainbow Village's Board of Directors is made up of a diverse and dedicated collection of some of Metro Atlanta's most notable leaders. Rainbow Village is proud today to announce the addition of three more – Steve Emert, Mona Reiser Armstrong and Cathe Reams.

Steve Emert – As Managing Partner of Emert Law Firm, Steve is proud to offer real estate closings among his practice areas. Often involved in the sale and purchase of homes, he is accustomed to helping people who have one to two homes. He believes that no one in this country should ever be homeless and that every American should have their basic needs met.

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Mona Reiser Armstrong – In her role as COO of Access Education Holding Corporation – a company that owns and runs a collection of beauty and wellness schools – Mona witnessed the impact of homelessness firsthand. More than one of her students found themselves homeless but continued to come to school despite living out of their cars, couch surfing with friends or spending the night at homeless shelters.  She finds that Rainbow Village's mission really resonates with her and fulfills her desire to support an organization that focuses on homelessness.

Cathe Reams – As Communications Director for Siemens USA – a longtime Corporate Partner to Rainbow Village – Cathe has been intimately familiar with the nonprofit for years. She has volunteered to ready apartments for incoming families, took part in holiday events and led a professional development series. First asked to serve on the Rainbow Village board in 2015, she has already served two terms.

"We are truly blessed with the additions of Cathe, Mona and Steve to our Board of Directors," said Melanie Conner, CEO of Rainbow Village (www.RainbowVillage.org). "Each of them brings a special brand of experience and enthusiasm to the group. I am filled with such hope and excitement over what the future holds for Rainbow Village and the families we serve thanks to the support we receive from a wonderful collection of individuals I am not only honored to call our board members, but also devoted members of our 'village.'"