Monica G.

Monica G. is an experienced program officer currently serving at The California Wellness Foundation since June 2020, where responsibilities include managing the Economic Security and Dignity portfolio to enhance economic well-being for low-income Californians and communities of color. Prior to this role, Monica served as Principal at MG Development Strategies, supporting LA nonprofit organizations with customized development strategies from September 2007 to June 2020. Additional roles include Director of Development at Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, Lecturer at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, and Interim Development Director at Dolores Mission School & Church. Monica's early career includes a significant role as Development Director at East LA Community Corporation, along with foundational work at the United Latino Fund and The Greenlining Institute. Monica holds a Master of Public Policy from UCLA and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Occidental College.