The William A. Burnard (WAB) Warming Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Heather Crockett as its new Executive Director. A Utah native, Crockett arrives with nearly a decade of experience at United Way of Northern Utah, where she led initiatives to build partnerships, mobilize resources, and foster community resilience. Crockett will begin her role on October 6.
Housed at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Logan, the WAB Warming Center provides overnight shelter during the winter months for individuals experiencing homelessness in the Cache Valley area. By offering a safe, warm place to stay, the Center helps guests maintain dignity, navigate barriers to housing, and access other community resources. The fourth season of the Center begins on Saturday, November 29 and will run through mid April.
Under the leadership of the new Executive Director, the Center plans to deepen its collaboration with nonprofits, local government, healthcare providers, and community groups to improve well-being and quality of life for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. In the 2024-2025 season, more than 200 people were served at the Center by about 100 volunteers and a few staff.
Crockett earned her bachelor’s degree in Community Health from Brigham Young University in Provo and holds an MBA from Western Governors University. Throughout her career, she has focused on leveraging cross-sector partnerships to enhance service delivery and address root causes of community challenges.
“I am honored to serve as the Executive Director of the WAB Warming Center,” said Crockett. “This Center is more than a shelter. It is a space of hope, connection, and possibility. I look forward to working with staff, volunteers, and partners to expand access, strengthen wraparound supports, and ensure everyone who comes through our doors is treated with dignity and respect.” In her free time, Heather enjoys reading, hiking, and traveling with her family. During winter, she is often found skiing with her children, taking full advantage of Utah’s mountains and snow.