Just A Start
Carmen Chan is a seasoned nonprofit leader with extensive experience in philanthropy, community development, and organizational management. Currently serving as the Director of Philanthropy at Just A Start since September 2020, Carmen previously held roles such as Vice President of External Relations at Rosie's Place and Director of Development at the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC), where successful capital campaigns raised over $6 million. Carmen's background also includes significant positions at Dorchester Bay EDC, the Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence, and the Boston Women's Fund, demonstrating a strong commitment to social justice and community service. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Suffolk University and a certificate from Boston University's Institute for Nonprofit Management and Leadership.
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Just A Start
Just A Start believes that access to stable housing and sustainable careers are the essential building blocks of equitable communities. For more than 50 years, we have focused on meeting the fundamental needs of individuals and families who have been systemically denied opportunities to realize their full potential. Our programs include affordable housing, education and job training, and comprehensive support services, spanning Cambridge and beyond.