Raegena Lawrence

15+ years successfully implementing youth and community development programs and services with a proven track record of advancement for those served. Analytical and compassionate director with a diverse background seeking to apply experiences with a progressive organization.

Owner - RCL Consulting - National

(2011-01)

Assist nonprofits in streamlining operations by aligning organizational structure, decision-making processes, and workflows to strategic priorities, improving efficiency and execution across teams. Specialize in Collective Impact, Upward Mobility (6 Pillars), and Out-of-School Time (OST) through facilitation of workshops, workgroups and professional learning.

Executive Director, Greater Rochester Area Summer Alliance (GRASA) - Rochester Area Community Foundation - Rochester, NY

(2023-06 - 2025-06)

Developed and managed daily operations, strategic vision and fundraising goals to improve OST programs in Monroe County.

• Facilitated OST Funders Group which increased summer funding in two years by 250%
• Partnered with local institute to implement year round SEL learning within 10 CBO's in 32 schools
• Contributed to increased access to 250+ OST programs through partnership development and marketing/branding plans, opening the gateway to 5-8 new channels of communication
• Managed operational budgets of over $500,000 and in cooperation with regional funders pooled processes and funds over $2.5 million

Collective Impact Manager - Rochester-Monroe Anti-Poverty Initiative - Rochester, NY

(2021-12 - 2023-06)

Convene monthly meetings with city officials, business owners, and community leaders to develop common agenda to address poverty in Monroe County.

• Facilitate Economic Development, Funding and Data/Evaluation working groups while creating and implementing onboarding process for 70+ new members
• Utilized Results Based Accountability (RBA) framework to successfully develop metrics across all working groups

Program Director - FamilyTIES of SC - Florence, SC

(2019-02 - 2021-02)

Manage Community Long Term Care Program in compliance with state and federal guidelines. Manage day-to-day operations of new start-up, serving as direct report and trainer for all employees.

• Managed a caseload of 70 clients to ensure the upward mobility and stability of families of employees

Performance Specialist - National Youth Advocate Program - Charleston, SC

(2014-11 - 2017-11)

Three promotions within 2 years from Family Engagement Specialist to Statewide Performance Specialist.

• Conducted statewide training, quality assurance, and evaluation for SCDSS Family Engagement Services contract
• Provided holistic family support to contribute to family reunification as the first goal for children placed in foster care

Community Schools Coordinator - YMCA of Central Maryland - Baltimore, MD

(2006-09 - 2010-06)

Assessed the holistic needs of the school, parents and surrounding community while building mutually supporting relationships with the goal of creating a comprehensive strategic plan of action to expose and enhance academic, economic, and social advancement.

• Served as Chair of the School Improvement Team (SIT)

Outreach Specialist/Victim Advocate - TurnAround Inc. - Baltimore, MD

(2008-08 - 2010-12)

Create and implement domestic violence prevention program for organizations that serve women at high risk.

Master of Business Administration - Business Administration - Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Bachelor of Science - Business Admin - Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University