Megan Cryan
About Megan Cryan
Megan Cryan serves as the New York Director for No Kid Hungry, where she focuses on ensuring children have access to nutritious breakfasts and implements solutions to combat childhood hunger. She has worked with Share Our Strength since 2012 and has a background in education and environmental policy.
Work at Share Our Strength
Megan Cryan has served as the New York Director for No Kid Hungry since 2012. In this role, she focuses on ensuring that children have access to nutritious breakfasts. She has been instrumental in implementing practical solutions aimed at ending childhood hunger through the No Kid Hungry campaign. Her work involves developing initiatives that educate families on budgeting for groceries and cooking skills.
Education and Expertise
Megan Cryan studied at Seton Hall University, where she focused on Teaching, Elementary Education, and Education. This educational background supports her work in addressing childhood hunger and promoting nutrition among children and families.
Background
Before her current role, Megan Cryan worked at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry as a Field Manager from 2011 to 2012. She also held positions at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), first as an Office of Scheduling and Advance from 2009 to 2010 and then as a Congressional Liaison from 2010 to 2011. Her experience in these roles has contributed to her expertise in advocacy and program management.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Megan Cryan has been involved in various initiatives aimed at combating childhood hunger. Her efforts include developing programs that provide families with essential skills for shopping and cooking on a budget, thereby promoting healthier eating habits among children.