Shirley Thao

Shirley Thao is currently the Foundation & Corporate Relations Program Manager at Library Foundation of Los Angeles. Shirley has held various positions in the nonprofit sector including Civic Engagment Field Specialist at OCA-Greater Los Angeles, Co Teacher at The Literacy Guild and First Generation College Program at Whittier College Cultural Center. Shirley's passion for social justice began when they were in college and they have been working in the social justice field ever since. Shirley is a first generation college graduate and is passionate about helping others achieve their educational goals.

Shirley Thao completed a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature/Letters at Whittier College.

A direct report to Shirley Thao is and Gabriela Martinez - Coordinator, Foundation & Corporate Relations. Shirley Thao reports to Julie Tugend, Interim President & CEO. Shirley Thao works with Leah Price - Director of Communications & Strategic Partnerships, Jessica Strand - Director of Public Programs, and Imani Harris - Director of Foundation & Corporate Relations.