As the Chief Philanthropy & Strategic Partnerships Officer, Marissa is responsible for the organization’s overall fundraising strategy, cultivating and maintaining relationships with key funders and stakeholders, and bringing CYC’s youth-led vision to life.
Committed to social advocacy and amplifying under-represented voices, Marissa is thrilled to be at CYC, and help uplift our community of young people to feel empowered as change agents and in their ability to transform the foster care system.
As a new resident of the Bay Area, Marissa enjoys exploring her new neighborhood, hiking, and spending time with loved ones.