Jennifer Benstraum

Jennifer Benstraum is an experienced consultant with a strong background in program development and community initiatives. Currently serving as a consultant at Community Resource Exchange since July 2023, Jennifer previously held roles such as workshop facilitator at Literacy Inc. and independent consultant and chief program officer at GO Project, where the focus was on supporting under-resourced families in New York City public schools. Other significant positions include director of program excellence at DREAM (formerly Harlem RBI), director of development and community initiatives at the American Diabetes Association, and associate executive director at Girls Incorporated of New York City. Jennifer holds a Bachelor's degree and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University.