Lura Barber Email & Phone Number

Grand Rapids, MI, US

Grand Rapids, MI, US

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

Beam is on a mission to modernize the American social safety net and get timely assistance to more eligible, vulnerable families. Our out-of-the box platform enables nonprofits, state and local governments to seamlessly run:▶ Human services programs▶ Emergency assistance programs▶ Workforce development programs▶ Childcare programs▶ Housing programs▶ Small.

Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area

The Community Food Club is a nonprofit, member-based grocery store serving low-income Kent County residents. Our members pay between $11 and $15 for a 30-day membership and are able to shop using points based on their household size. Most members receive 9 to 11 days’ worth of food during each membership period. They can shop as often as they’d like and.

Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area

GRIT provides playful, engaging, and transformative team-building experiences using the tools and frameworks of improv comedy. Co-founders Lura Barber and Megan Erskine are passionate believers in the power of improv to help people connect more deeply with themselves and others. Trained at top programs in Chicago and DC, together they have more than 25.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Reported to: Senior Director of Advancement | Annual revenue goal: $3M | Pipeline: $5M+ (weighted) Guided fundraising and deal development across 44 states outside the organization’s regional footprint, national funders, nonprofits, federal agencies, Tribal organizations, higher education, and healthcare. Served as “voice of customer” for regional funders.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Reported to: Director, Partnerships | Direct report: Engagement Manager, PartnershipsLed engagement strategy for new markets during a period of significant growth during which employee headcount doubled and annual revenue grew from $26M to $46M. Served as the initial point of contact for all partnership inquiries. Partnered closely with Revenue and Data.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Reported to: Senior Director, Development | Annual revenue goal: $2M | Pipeline: $3M (weighted)Oversaw the full cycle of fundraising from prospect research to signed agreement. Partnered with Policy and Healthcare teams to develop and submit compelling concept notes and proposals for national and regional funders to meet surging demand during Covid-19. ▶.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Washington Improv Theater stages innovative and dynamic longform improv for over 20,000 audience members each year and ignites the spirit of play in Washington with a revolutionary training program.▶ Facilitated improv-based workplace trainings through WIT@Work▶ Taught skills of performance and creative collaboration to classes of 12-15 adults▶ Co-directed.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Reported to: Chief Program Officer / Chief Executive Officer | Budget: $2M/year | Direct report: Associate Director, Hunger Initiatives; consultants (1-3)Built out and oversaw first-ever national program focused on increasing the enrollment of older adults into the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, or Food Stamps), a federal food assistance.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Reported to: Senior Vice President of Economic Security / Director, Center for Benefits Access Developed organizational strategy to leverage federal and private funding to address the low participation of older adults in SNAP.▶ Led six-fold increase in funding for SNAP-related initiatives over two years, building a $2M+ multi-state portfolio of projects to.

St. Paul, Minnesota

Researched federal policy and drafted memos for staff. Identified contacts in the business community for strategic outreach. Represented the Senate office at local events. Responded to constituent inquiries.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Conducted research and editorial assistance in support of Prof. Sally Kenney’s book, "Gender & Justice: Why Women in the Judiciary Really Matter" (Routledge, 2013). Collected and analyzed statewide healthcare access data for legislative briefings. Maintained social media for a successful multi-state advocacy effort to appoint women judges to the Eighth.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Tracked federal legislation on work and family policy for national advocacy campaigns. Recruited and organized grassroots partners for a national paid sick days campaign. Researched and wrote fact sheets.

Chicago, IL

Advocated for over 100 English- and Spanish-speaking clients claiming “lost” pensions. Researched private companies, government agencies, unions, pensions, and fiduciary agents using public records, financial statements, and direct inquiry. Developed working knowledge of ERISA, state pensions, and 401(k) and 403(b) plans. Recruited pro bono attorneys to.

Chicago, IL

Coordinated 6 staff and 30 volunteer ombudsmen providing advocacy for long-term care residents in suburban Cook County. Implemented new procedures for volunteer recruitment, training, and reporting. Tripled number of active volunteers. Earned Long-Term Care Ombudsman certification from the State of Illinois.

Chicago, IL

Advocated for elderly clients in conflicts with landlords, contractors, and government agencies. Developed working knowledge of civil law, public housing, consumer rights, elder abuse, Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security.

Ba With Honors, English Language And Literature And Gender And Women'S Studies

Activities and Societies: Residential Student Advisor. Volleyball. Track and Field. Grinnell-in-London. Phi Beta Kappa.

Mpp, Master'S In Public Policy

Activities and Societies: Concentration in women and public policy and U.S. social policy. Research Assistant at the Center on Women and.