Navigating challenges with Moxie.

We embody "moxie" – force of character, determination, and nerve.

At Project Moxie, we tackle challenging projects with grit and tenacity, helping communities navigate bureaucratic landscapes to secure necessary resources. Our passion lies in developing and implementing community-driven solutions to housing and homelessness.

Meet the Team

Jenn Lopez

Founder & President

  • Prior to founding Project Moxie, a housing and homelessness solutions consulting firm, Jenn held a senior position in Governor Hickenlooper’s administration in Colorado and led regional housing efforts in Southwest Colorado for several years. She loves working with local community leaders and excels at both strategy development and implementation work. Jenn has developed thousands of housing opportunities during her 25-year career and thrives on projects where the public and private sector are aligned for maximum impact. Jenn has a Masters in Community and Regional Planning from the University of New Mexico, and a BA in English Language & Literature from Fort Lewis College. She currently serves as Board President for the Community Economic Defense Project, and was previously a longtime Board member at the Colorado Housing Finance Authority (CHFA).

Sara Monge

Vice President of Community Strategy

  • Sara Monge has more than 15 years of experience working in the philanthropic sector, with a background in both grantmaking and public policy. She is deeply committed to advocacy efforts that promote equitable solutions for individuals experiencing homelessness and those seeking attainable and affordable housing. Sara brings strong project management skills to her work, having led complex initiatives, coalitions, and large stakeholder processes to drive systemic change. Her experience also includes successful grant writing and resource development to support community-driven solutions. In addition to her housing work, she has focused on healthy eating and active living initiatives. Sara holds a BA in Politics and Government from the University of Puget Sound.

Kristiana Elite

Project Analyst

  • Kristiana has an MA in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Colorado, Denver and a BA in Cultural Anthropology from the University of California, Santa Cruz. She has 25 years of experience with buying/ selling/ managing residential real estate, and experience as a real estate broker and in assisting an affordable housing developer in Denver. Kristiana also holds a Masters Certificate in Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and spent six years working for the U.S. Geological Survey as a regional point of contact supporting federal, state and local partners in accessing and editing a national geospatial surface water dataset.

Josie Butler

Vice President of Housing Development

  • Josie has expertise in affordable housing development, project management, and community collaboration. She served in the roles of Acting Executive Director and Associate Director of a New Mexico nonprofit affordable housing developer and played a pivotal role in the successful development of a 65-unit Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) project in Santa Fe. Her expertise in the LIHTC program, coupled with her proven strengths in project, construction, and property management, allows her to provide valuable insight across all facets of affordable housing development. Josie has a track record of building strong relationships with contractors, community members, local governments, and stakeholders, allowing her to effectively address the diverse needs within the affordable housing landscape. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Politics and International Affairs from Wake Forest University.

Our Collaborators

Louise Snodgrass, Communications & Design Consultant

Ryan Jones, Affordable Housing Finance Consultant

Bob Munroe, Affordable Housing Finance Consultant

Scott Shields, Homeless Solutions and Supportive Housing Consultant

Daniel Werwath, Affordable Housing Consultant

Carlos Gemora, Sites Southwest, Senior Planner

Jonathan Zimmerman, Section 8 Associates, Voucher Program Consultant

Our Values

Community-Centric

Each community drives the decision– and where none exists, we help build it. We believe community is essential to health, happiness, and creating a place where everyone can truly thrive.

Compassionate

We care about you, your vision, and your community. We understand life is hard and if you are facing challenges, we will meet you where you are to help you on your terms.

Empowering

Our goal is to help you succeed, lead with confidence, and achieve success on your own terms. We're here to support you, amplify your strengths, and bring your vision to life.

Transparent

You’ll always know where we stand and what we’re working on. We’re communicators by nature and relationship-driven by choice. Our only agenda is to serve you and get the work done well.

Trustworthy

We do what we say we will do and are team players all the way. We are also not afraid to share concerns or deal with conflict. We are in this together. We’ve always got your back.

Tenacious

We promise to do whatever it takes to get it done. If one way doesn’t work, we will find alternatives. We don’t get discouraged easily and we always see a way through or around a challenge.