Since 2010, Ellen has shepherded fundraising efforts for a diverse array of nonprofit organizations around the world, including museums, healthcare and human rights organizations, universities, school districts, after-school programs, foundations, and various other nonprofits. Since 2018, she has worked as a consultant to nonprofit, NGO, and foundation clients, supporting grant writing, messaging, fundraising, and strategy efforts. She joined the CWC Affiliate team in 2022 and is delighted to offer grant writing and grant management assistance to CWC clients. 

Ellen has a Bachelor of Social Work from Baylor University and a Master of Social Work and Nonprofit Administration from the University of Texas at Austin. She has many years of board and volunteer experience with arts and human rights nonprofits. Originally from the U.S., Ellen now lives with her partner in Madrid, Spain. In her free time, she enjoys painting, sewing, hiking, and board games.