Marie Lim
About Marie Lim
Marie Lim is a Development Manager at the National Center for Youth Law, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in community organizing and fundraising, with previous roles at various organizations including the Chinatown Community Development Center and UC Berkeley.
Current Role at National Center for Youth Law
Marie Lim serves as the Development Manager at the National Center for Youth Law, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she supports institutional fundraising strategies to maintain a budget exceeding $12 million. She oversees the annual End of Year Fundraising Campaign, which generates over $200,000 in individual and corporate donations. Lim also writes grant proposal content for various campaigns that focus on education, child welfare, immigration, health, and legal advocacy.
Previous Experience at National Center for Youth Law
Before her current role, Marie Lim worked as a Development Associate at the National Center for Youth Law from 2019 to 2020. During her 11-month tenure, she contributed to fundraising efforts and helped support the organization's mission to advocate for youth in need.
Education and Academic Background
Marie Lim studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy. Her studies spanned from 2012 to 2016, culminating in a degree that provided her with a solid foundation in economic and political analysis.
Professional Experience in Community Development
Marie Lim has extensive experience in community development and organizing. She worked at the Chinatown Community Development Center as a Senior Community Organizer from 2018 to 2019 and previously served as a Community Organizer from 2016 to 2018. These roles involved engaging with community members and advocating for local issues in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Leadership Roles in Student Organizations
During her time at UC Berkeley, Marie Lim held the position of Vice President of Events for the Senior Class Council from 2015 to 2016. In this role, she was responsible for organizing events for her peers, demonstrating her leadership skills and commitment to community engagement.