Hillary De La Cruz (Coleman) Email & Phone Number

Seattle, WA, US

Kirkland, Washington, United States

Supporting exciting work in Kirkland's Parks and Community Services Department.

Shoreline, Washington, United States

• Participate in internal policy and procedure development.
• Support budget and policy analysis work of CMO Management Analyst.
• Managed a grant application process in collaboration with other local jurisdictions.
• Facilitate and project manage internal conversations related to opportunities for the City.
• Research practices of comparable jurisdictions to inform Shoreline decision making related to a variety of topics.
• Use an anti-racism and equity lens in daily work and participate in Equity and Social Justice Staff Committee.

Greater Seattle Area

• Mobilized staff at 60+ Coalition member organizations and community members to speak up at city, county, and state levels on budget and policy issues. Supported advocates in drafting testimony, provided testimonies on.
• Coordinated Homelessness Advocacy 101 workshops and other advocacy opportunities using my experience with and deep understanding of local and state legislative processes and government structures.
• Increased community understanding of voting rights for people experiencing homelessness or housing instability by planning and managing two three-week Homeless Voter Registration drives annually.
• Managed the Coalition’s annual Project Cool for Back-to-School backpack drive and volunteer program.

Greater Seattle Area

• Coordinates projects including Everyone Counts Survey, Voter Registration, and Project Cool
• Mobilizes Coalition and community members of diverse backgrounds to achieve Coalition’s mission
• Ensures smooth day-to-day operations of office and provides some supervision for interns
• Duties include database maintenance, donor and community relations, and data collection and analysis

Seattle, Washington

• Justice Leadership Intern through PNCUCC Justice Leadership Program. Worked at Coalition on Homelessness, served at All Pilgrims Christian Church, and participated in intentional community with other interns and folks.
• Developed skills in database management (Salesforce), volunteer management, and communications
• Organized aspects of major Coalition Projects including Project Cool and the One Night Count
• Taught class about income inequality at All Pilgrims Christian Church
• Participated in weekly classes focusing on social justice, community organizing, and leadership

New London, Connecticut

Main contact and only Residential Education and Living staff member in the Lazrus dorm. Organize dorm events, both social gatherings and educational events.Maintain dorm budget for the year. Provide support to residents through emotional support, attending their events, and maintaining positive relationships.

Seattle, WA

• Advocate for policies that support people with low incomes and people of color in Washington State by working with people of these communities and listening to their stories
• Research for and connect with community partners
• Organize Poverty Action Network volunteers for Voter Registration Drives
• Attend community events to advocate and register people to vote
• Track participation in organization
• Attend weekly staff meetings as well as weekly check in with supervisor

Greater Seattle Area

Drowning prevention research and educational outreach. Worked to create greater access to health resources, specifically swimming opportunities and life jackets, for all children in King County. Collaborated with department to gain further knowledge about South King County and ways we can advocate for all people, regardless of race, income level, gender.

New London/Norwich, Connecticut Area

Participated in community outreach programs promoting health and safety for all children and teens. Completed mailings, designed newsletters, organized contact lists, and volunteered at a variety of events.

New London/Norwich, Connecticut Area

Organize dorm events and community building activities. Acts as a role model for fellow students and dorm residents. Works to maintain confidentiality and be a resource residents can go to for help. Collaborates weekly with dorm staff to build a strong support team. Provides support to residents by reaching out to everyone and communicating on a regular.

Greater Seattle Area

Drowning prevention research and educational outreach. Worked to create greater access to health resources, specifically swimming opportunities and life jackets, for all children in King County. Collaborated with department to gain further knowledge about South King County and ways we can advocate for all people, regardless of race, income level, gender.

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Psychology & Hispanic Studies

Activities and Societies: Students Organized Against Racism, Gospel Choir, Club Soccer

Spanish

Semester Study Abroad program in Cusco, Perú focusing on learning about the historical and current situation of indigenous people in the.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Activities: Marching Band, Debate club, crew (Pocock), soccer (recreational)