As Program Coordinator, Mandisa supports the functions of the Center for Social Impact Strategy (CSIS) online, residential, educational programs, and more. Mandisa holds a BA in Anthropology from Howard University and has a background in nonprofit, volunteerism, and community outreach. Outside of work, she sits on the Volunteer Untapped board as partnership chair, helping to create partnerships with local nonprofits, and sits on the Spruce Foundation board as grants committee member.
Mandisa Thomas
Program Coordinator, Center for Social Impact Strategy
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