Experienced non-profit professional with a strong background in grant writing, fundraising, program management, and community engagement. Expertise in grant evaluation, stakeholder relations, along with a comprehensive understanding of the San Diego nonprofit landscape. Skilled at forging strategic partnerships, assessing impact, and driving initiatives that generate long-term community benefits.
Angels Foster Family Network ~ Volunteer Board Member ~ 2008 – 2009
A nonprofit dedicated to providing safe, stable, loving homes for infants and toddlers in foster care throughout San Diego County.
St. Germaine’s Children’s Charity ~ Volunteer Board Member ~ 2002 – 2006
A nonprofit committed to stopping child abuse and improving the lives of abused and neglected children in San Diego. Served as Chair of In-kind donations for 3 years.
Delivered impactful presentations for community organizations, advancing public awareness on critical issues such as mental health, foster youth, early childhood literacy and education. A sample includes:
~ Just in Time for Foster Youth ~ San Diego Center for Children ~ Urban Corps of San Diego
~ San Diego Psychiatric Society ~ MANA de San Diego ~ San Diego River Park Foundation
~ Junior League of San Diego ~ National Association of Mental Illness (NAMI) ~ Reality Changers