Emily Carpenter

Emily Carpenter has extensive experience in social services, primarily focused on supporting veterans and their families. Since January 2013, Emily has held various leadership roles at Friendship Place, including Family Fund Manager and Division Director of Veterans First, where responsibilities include supervising project coordinators, ensuring best practices in veteran services, and collaborating with external agencies. Prior experience includes positions as a Public Benefits Navigator at Whitman-Walker Health, Case Manager at Miriam's Kitchen, and other roles emphasizing case management and service coordination for vulnerable populations. Emily holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Peace & Justice, and Spanish from Villanova University.