Heather Bearden

Heather Bearden has extensive experience in outreach and management within the nonprofit sector, currently serving as Regional Outreach Manager at the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan since January 2017, and previously holding the role of Regional Outreach Coordinator. Prior to this, Heather held the position of Outreach & Shelter Manager at Blue Water Safe Horizons from October 2012 to July 2016. Heather also served as Site Supervisor for the AmeriCorps Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness Campaign from October 2010 to October 2012, and as Lead Housing Resource Specialist at Safe Horizons from October 2009 to October 2012. As an AmeriCorps member, Heather contributed to Michigan's 10-year plan to end homelessness. Heather Bearden holds a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University and a Bachelor of Arts and Associate degree in Human Service from Baker College.