Kimberly Rusnak joined The Community Foundation staff in July 2018 as the Project Director of the Children’s Opportunity Fund in Montgomery County, Maryland. Through her previous experience as a Program Officer with the Social Innovation Fund, she oversaw a portfolio of innovative interventions ranging from cradle to career. Kimberly came to The Community Foundation well-versed in program development, nonprofit management, and community development. A graduate of University of Pittsburgh, Kimberly earned a master’s degree in Social Work and a master’s degree in Public and International Affairs. Kimberly also attended Wake Forest University for her undergraduate studies, where she earned a BA in Sociology with a minor in International Affairs.
Prior to joining the Greater Washington Community Foundation, Kimberly spent time working with various non-profits. She has always been drawn to public service so she spent three years in Senegal with the Peace Corps and also volunteered with AmeriCorps through Hands On Atlanta. Her passion and experience is in addressing various issues along the cradle to career continuum – it is critical that we provide equal opportunities to all young people.