Shawun R. Anderson
Patterson,USA
Summary
Dynamic leader with proven expertise in strategic planning and partnership development at Girl Scouts of Northern California. Co-Founder of a nonprofit, resulting in a 20% increase in donor support and improved community engagement. Proficient in budget oversight and stakeholder engagement, driving impactful initiatives for underserved populations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Community Partnerships and Programs
Girl Scouts of Northern California
Alameda, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership to Community Based Programs across multiple regions.
- Cultivate high-impact partnerships with corporations, school districts, and local government to support program delivery.
- Manage budget allocations and in-kind support for underserved communities.
- Lead risk management efforts for East Bay partnerships and oversee contracts and MOUs.
- Developed tools and systems for partner engagement and resource tracking aligned with council-wide strategic goals.
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Take Your Sister 2 Lunch, Sisters Inc.
, USA
01.2009 - Current
- Oversee all operational, financial, and event planning for a nonprofit focused on empowering women and girls.
- Manage a national board of 13+ leaders; increased donor support by 20% annually.
- Recognized by the Mayors of Patterson, CA and NYC for civic impact.
Director of Community Partnerships
Girl Scouts of Northern California
Oakland, USA
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Directed outreach, volunteer-led troops, and school-based programs throughout the Bay Area.
- Supervised program staff and expanded culturally relevant programming for girls.
- Managed a $100K+ annual outreach budget; tracked program outcomes and grant compliance.
- Represented Girl Scouts in key public forums, building visibility and cross-sector partnerships.
- Created scalable systems for tracking program metrics and stakeholder engagement.
Membership Development Director
Girl Scouts of Northern California
, USA
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Directed troop and membership growth across San Francisco, Oakland, and Richmond.
- Developed community-based strategies to engage families of color and increase volunteerism.
- Led a team of 40+ outreach leaders and community specialists.
- Designed curriculum and training programs aligned with GSLE.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology, Minor in Biology
San Francisco State University
Certificate in Grant Writing -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
California State Substitute Teaching Credential -
Skills
- Strategic planning and operations
- Program development and delivery
- Budget oversight and financial reporting
- Cross-sector partnership development
- Organizational leadership and team development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Grant writing and compliance
- Volunteer management
- Customer service systems
- Marketing and public relations
Accomplishments
- Raised $25K–$50K annually (2020–2023) to support underserved Girl Scouts programs in the East Bay.
- Developed & led greenhouse construction project with Mt. Diablo USD & CREW East Bay.
- Secured 2,000 prom dresses during COVID for virtual youth celebrations in three counties.
- Facilitated internship pipeline for 20 girls with KPFA Radio in broadcasting.
- Authored wellness directory for Black women and developed a teen mother support platform in partnership with Women in Tech.
- Received City of Oakland award for leadership and youth advocacy (2017).
Volunteer Experience
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer, Take Your Sister 2 Lunch, Sisters Inc., CA & NY, 01/01/09, Present, Oversee all operational, financial, and event planning for a nonprofit focused on empowering women and girls., Manage a national board of 13+ leaders; increased donor support by 20% annually., Recognized by the Mayors of Patterson, CA and NYC for civic impact.
Timeline
Director of Community Partnerships and Programs
Girl Scouts of Northern California
01.2023 - Current
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Take Your Sister 2 Lunch, Sisters Inc.
01.2009 - Current
Director of Community Partnerships
Girl Scouts of Northern California
01.2003 - 01.2023
Membership Development Director
Girl Scouts of Northern California
01.1997 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology, Minor in Biology
San Francisco State University
Certificate in Grant Writing -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
California State Substitute Teaching Credential -
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