Megan has been with the Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center since October 2002, first working as SNBC's Safety Network Community Organizer and now as the Director of Community Programs. Prior to working at SNBC, Megan's previous experiences included conducting legislative work in Sacramento for a foster youth advocacy organization, as well as working for First 5 California, the state government agency devoted to providing comprehensive services for children and families during a child's first five years of life. After obtaining her bachelor's degree in History at Stanford, Megan served as an AmeriCorps member, coordinating youth service-learning programs for a collaborative agency in East Palo Alto and Palo Alto.

 

As the Director of Community Programs, Megan currently oversees the Safety Network Program, SNBC's Community Convener Initiative, the SNBC Development Board and SNBC's Rec Connect Initiative. Megan is also responsible for leading SNBC's long-term community development work. This effort includes coordinating community events, activities and communication strategies that will expand SNBC's visibility and funding base, with the goal of helping SNBC to better meet the needs and interests of the Sunset community. As a testament to her devotion and love for the Sunset District, Megan is the proud owner of not just one, but TWO Sunset "Neighborhoodie" sweatshirts.