Lorraine Garcia
Glendale,CA
Summary
Dynamic executive with extensive nonprofit experience at LAPD Hollenbeck Police Activities League, driving impactful program development and community engagement. Proven track record in budget management and strategic planning, successfully expanding initiatives across multiple divisions. Adept at fostering collaboration and enhancing participation, resulting in significant community outreach and support for vulnerable populations.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
LAPD Hollenbeck Police Activities League
01.2016 - Current
- Drove innovative solutions leveraging twenty years of nonprofit expertise.
- Developed comprehensive strategies for collaboration with families and community members.
- Fostered a creative leadership style to enhance engagement and participation.
- Expanded flagship program to five LAPD divisions, increasing community impact.
Program Director
LAPD Hollenbeck Police Activities League
01.2001 - 12.2015
- Co-established 501 (c) 3 status to enhance organizational credibility.
- Developed programs to meet community needs and objectives.
- Supervised professional staff and interns, ensuring effective project execution.
- Created budgets and facilitated fundraising efforts to secure necessary funding.
- Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.
- Reviewed monthly financial statements for accuracy before presenting them for approval by the board of directors.
- Determined methods and procedures for staffing requirements and allotment of funds to various departments and projects.
- Promoted public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy and online presence.
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase funding.
Case Manager
El Centro De Ayuda
01.1998 - 12.2002
- Diagnosed youth using mental health assessment - DSM
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Consulted with staff on resolution of complex service issues.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in case management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic support to clients.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Acted as an advocate for vulnerable populations by advocating for policy changes at the state level.
- Compiled reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
- Provided referrals to appropriate medical, mental health, and social services.
Program Coordinator, and Counselor
Hollenbeck Police Business Council
01.1985 - 12.1989
- Coordinated youth sports leagues
- Coached numerous girls and co-ed teams
- introduce nontraditional sports such as badminton .
- Checked programs and schedules for accuracy and issued releases to local media outlets.
- Prepared periodic reports, financial statements and records on program activities for management.
- Identified areas where improvements can be made in order to increase efficiency or effectiveness.
- Logged program activities and maintained official station records for internal use and government review.
- Maintained up-to-date records related to program activities.
- Facilitated communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and conference calls.
Education
B.A. - Mathematics
California State University, Los Angeles
04.2025
California Poly Pomona University
East Los Angeles College
Skills
- Program development and management
- Community outreach and engagement
- Project management and oversight
- Effective communication skills
- Team collaboration and building
- Budget and financial management
- Operational analysis and planning
- Contract negotiation strategies
- Crisis communication techniques
- Strategic planning and execution
- Systems organization and logistics
- Complex problem-solving abilities
- Youth development initiatives
- Event planning and coordination
- Volunteer coordination and supervision
- Counseling and case management
Personal Profile - Description
Hard working: well organized, ‘can do’ person with the ability to think creatively and innovatively. Excellent communication skills, both in oral and written, result-oriented problem solver, and a team player.
Timeline
Executive Director
LAPD Hollenbeck Police Activities League
01.2016 - Current
Program Director
LAPD Hollenbeck Police Activities League
01.2001 - 12.2015
Case Manager
El Centro De Ayuda
01.1998 - 12.2002
Program Coordinator, and Counselor
Hollenbeck Police Business Council
01.1985 - 12.1989
B.A. - Mathematics
California State University, Los Angeles
California Poly Pomona University
East Los Angeles College
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