Originally from rural Southern Oregon and a first generation college student, my career path has woven capacity building for communities throughout the United States, Mexico and Peru. I have provided technical assistance and leadership to a diversity of environmental and social initiatives - from after school programs in villages abroad to disaster response nationally, agriculture tourism locally, and group peer support remotely. Passionate about service, I am proud of my three years of AmeriCorps service to my communities and country. The many hats I have worn over the last 20 years have supported individuals and families, nonprofits, grassroots groups, and small businesses… and a small herd of dogs, cats, sheep, cows and a few goats.

Summer 2025 Roaming Radius:

Central and Southern Oregon, Northern California

team quick facts

  • Mae is short for “Maegan”

    • Founder of Neighbors Nomadas

    • Masters in Business Administration, Sustainability Focus; Bachelors in International Studies, Cross-Cultural Education Focus (see LinkedIn for more)

    • AmeriCorps Service x 3 Years - Projects in Renewable Energy, Rural Tourism Development and Community Disaster Preparedness

    • Wilderness First Aid (NOLS), CPR & First Aid (AHA), Pet First Aid & CPR (OR CPR), Wildfire Mitigation (NFPA), Community Emergency Response (FEMA)

    • Professional Tutors of America; American English Institute Tutor (UO), Vivian Olum Child Development Center (UO), El Puente de Esperanza Volunteer (tutoring & single parent support in rural Mexico), Blue Mountain Action Council Volunteer (adult literacy tutoring)

    • Favorite Mutual Aid Service: Helping people live life to it’s fullest and tell their story

    • Hails from the Umpqua Valley, Oregon

  • Zorro means “fox” in Spanish

    • AKC Canine Good Citizen & Certified Therapy Animal

    • Favorite Mutual Aid Services - Playing ball and belly rubs

    • Hails from Walla Walla, Washington

  • YOLO stands for “You Only Live Once”

    • Dodge Promaster, Pro Conversion by Tommy Camper Vans

    • Favorite Mutual Aid Services - Giving adventures

    • Hails from Phoenix, Arizona

AMERICORPS PLEDGE

I will get things done for America – to make our people safer, smarter, and healthier

I will bring Americans together to strengthen our communities

Faced with apathy, I will take action

Faced with conflict, I will seek common ground

Faced with adversity, I will persevere

I will get things done

I will get things done for America – to make our people safer, smarter, and healthier • I will bring Americans together to strengthen our communities • Faced with apathy, I will take action • Faced with conflict, I will seek common ground • Faced with adversity, I will persevere • I will get things done •