Heather E. Barnes

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About Heather E. Barnes

Meet Heather: Your Nonprofit's Swiss Army Knife!Heather crafts strategies and rolls up her sleeves to get the work done! She is a seasoned nonprofit, education, and public health professional with extensive experience in management, primary school education, grant writing, international engagement, and developing organizational infrastructure. Looking for a creative problem-solver? Heather is a dynamic, resourceful professional committed to advancing public health and education initiatives. Her passions include driving sustainable development and enhancing community health. She believes education and growth opportunities are key to community success Grant Writer: Heather has a proven track record in securing funding through well-crafted grant proposals, ensuring financial stability and growth for various nonprofit organizations. Organizational Development: Heather helps organizations develop the necessary infrastructure for growth, having supported and navigated change in both the education and nonprofit sectors. Global Citizen: Born in Maryland, Heather has lived in four states and four countries, visiting places far and wide. She is recognized as the 'connection' within her communities, fostering outreach and building networks locally and internationally. Educator: Heather has taught primary school and ESL. She has created and supervised paid internship opportunities for young adults in the nonprofit sector. She has also supported Juvenile drug court group therapy and individuals aged 6-65 with holistic healthcare needs. She believes the strength of education starts with building solid relationships. Passionate About People: Heather's passion for people and continuous personal and professional growth shines through in her proactive approach to every endeavor, from working in an IB International school as a primary school teacher in China to supporting marginalized individuals in the nonprofit and mental health sector. Let's connect and create impactful change together!