Sarah joined ACR’s development team in September 2021 and leads our grant funding program. As a scientist, K-12 educator, and a communications professional, Sarah has a deeply-rooted facility for illustrating complex conservation opportunities and reporting on the organization’s impact for ACR’s discerning funders. Prior to joining ACR, Sarah led communications for the State of Alaska Salmon and People initiative for Nautilus Impact Investing, managed the education program for Alaska Geographic, and directed the outreach and education program for Point Blue Conservation Science. Most recently, Sarah supported the West Marin Fund’s work to provide grants and training to local nonprofits. Sarah holds a master’s degree in wildlife ecology from Cal State East Bay, a B.A. in biology from UC Berkeley, and a K-12 science credential from Mills College. Since 2018, Sarah has volunteered for ACR’s shorebird and waterbird programs and Bolinas Stinson Summer Camp. Sarah lives on ACR’s Cypress Grove Preserve with husband Nils.