Michelle Munn is the Executive Director of New Hope Shelter, where she has served for the past 6.5 years. With over 20 years of experience in human services, Michelle is deeply committed to advocating for individuals and families facing life’s toughest challenges. Michelle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Baker College. Her professional journey includes 12 years supporting adults with developmental disabilities and at-risk youth, 2 years as a Self-Sufficiency Case Manager working with vulnerable families, a brief time serving Veterans, and 6.5 years dedicated to the homeless population.
What drives Michelle is a passion for helping those who struggle to advocate for themselves—especially those whose trauma is greater than her own. She knows what it feels like to be out of control and is determined to create a different experience for others, offering hope, stability, and a path forward.
Michelle continues to learn and grow as a leader with a vision for New Hope Shelter to expand its impact—sheltering the unhoused in Wexford and Missaukee Counties while developing more resources and support for those we serve. Her goal is simple yet powerful: to ensure that every person who walks through our doors is met with love, grace, and dignity—just as Jesus did when He walked this earth. We are the hands and feet of Jesus—this is our commission.