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Carrie is a program officer on the community impact team, where she drives education outcomes and leads the Start Early Funders Coalition. She is working to build a community where all people thrive regardless of income, race, or place.

Carrie joined Greater Twin Cities United Way with an extensive background in education and mental health. She worked as a consultant for over 20 years helping organizations and schools improve equitable outcomes. As Way to Grow’s former director of education, Carrie led home visiting programming and accredited preschools by implementing culturally and linguistically responsive curriculums. She attended the University of Minnesota and earned a bachelor’s degree in architecture with a minor in cultural and social perspectives in urban and housing design. She also holds a master’s degree in education with a focus on leadership.