Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest
Michelle Mercado possesses a diverse background in events coordination and fundraising within non-profit organizations. Currently serving as the Events and Development Coordinator at Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest since 2017, Michelle has worked as a Fundraising Specialist for AIDS Walk New York since February 2016, managing over 300 organizational philanthropic efforts and collaborating on strategic initiatives. Previous roles include serving as a Field Service Representative for Amnesty International USA, where Michelle exceeded donation quotas, and interning at the Diaspora African Women's Network, focusing on women's empowerment events. With earlier experiences as a Fashion Show Intern at The HALO Foundation and a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Missouri State University, along with a strong educational foundation in Nonprofit Leadership and International Studies, Michelle's professional journey reflects a commitment to social justice and community advocacy.
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Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest
Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through direct service and advocacy. Our comprehensive approach to whole-girl development equips youth to navigate gender, economic and social barriers, and grow up healthy, educated and independent. These positive outcomes are achieved through three core elements: people ‒ trained staff and volunteers who build lasting, mentoring relationships; environment ‒ pro-girl, physically and emotionally safe, with high expectations and mutual respect; and programming ‒ research-based, hands-on and minds-on, age-appropriate, meeting the needs of today’s youth. Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest is an affiliate of the national nonprofit organization Girls Incorporated®, the nation’s leading voice for girls. With roots dating to 1864 and national status since 1945, Girls Inc. has responded to the changing needs of girls through research-based programs and public education efforts that empower them to understand, value, and assert their rights.