Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County
Karen Woods has extensive experience in program administration and children's services, currently serving as the Program Administration Manager at the Juvenile Welfare Board since January 2011. In this role, Karen manages a $62 million portfolio, overseeing contract development and ensuring the delivery of high-quality programming for children and families. Prior to this position, Karen worked at The Salvation Army from September 1999 to January 2011 as the Director of Children's Services, where responsibilities included developing a comprehensive range of community-based programs and overseeing the creation of an $8 million campus for foster children, supported by an $11 million endowment. Academically, Karen holds a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Tampa, a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from Indiana State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.
Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County
Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County (JWB) is a high-performing, data-driven organization established by a Special Act of the Florida Legislature to strengthen the lives of children and families in Pinellas County. As a countywide special taxing district, we responsibly direct our community’s investments to give children the best opportunities to lead healthy, successful, and satisfying lives. Mission: We invest in partnerships, innovation, and advocacy to strengthen Pinellas County children and families. Vision: Children in Pinellas County will have a future of more successful and satisfying lives because of the efforts of JWB and our partners. Values: We value every child. We embrace collaboration. We celebrate results. We pursue innovation.