Clare joined United Way Bay Area in March 2022 with over a decade of experience in nonprofit management. She most recently worked as the Employment Department Manager for the International Rescue Committee in Sacramento where she led a department of 12 staff in assisting newly arrived refugees and asylees in securing employment. Before working with the IRC, Clare was the Program Outreach Manager for United Ways of California leading the Kinship Navigator and CalSavers programs. During her time there, she also supported the California 211 Operating Partnership which consists of 211 programs throughout the state. Prior to working with UWCA, Clare was the Community Impact Director for United Way Monterey County (UWMC) for three years. During her time with UWMC, Clare led the 211 program and the Impact Monterey County Network. Before joining United Way, she worked in Oregon, Tanzania and the Lao P.D.R. supporting education projects with the International Youth Foundation, Sustainable Laos Education Initiatives and the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization. Clare is proud to have dedicated her professional life to working on changing systems so that they are more equitable, inclusive and compassionate for all people. She holds B.A.s in Latin American Studies and Music Performance from Portland State University, and a Master’s in Public Administration from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies. When Clare isn’t working, you can find her trail running or rock climbing in Northern California with her dog and partner.
RESPONDENT
Heather Lee, Program Manager
