Tara Welty joined Catholic Charities in 2021 and became the Affordable Housing Director in 2023. Tara graduated from Clarke University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and an emphasis in Finance. She also has an active Iowa Real Estate License. Tara spent many years in accounting and realized she was missing the piece that fulfills her most and that is helping people. She enjoys the opportunity to mix together her real estate experience and passion for helping others with Catholic Charities. In her free time, she enjoys kayaking, four-wheeling, traveling, and other outside activities with her family.