Pro Bono Counseling Announces Interim Executive Director | |
Roxanne Melgar, LCSW-C, has been appointed Interim Executive Director of Pro Bono Counseling (PBC), starting September 3, 2024. The interim executive director will steward the organization as it embarks on a leadership transition and will work to ensure successful continuity of services.
“We are honored to welcome Roxanne as our interim executive director. She brings a wealth of experience in the mental health field and a profound commitment to our mission,” stated PBC Board President Eboni Barksdale-Smith. “Roxanne will guide us through this transition with the same dedication and care that has been the hallmark of our organization.”
Since 2021, Roxanne has served as a member of PBC’s Board of Directors. She will step down from the board to fulfill this interim role. She brings extensive experience to the position as a program and clinical director with TurnAround and So Others Might Eat. Roxanne has been involved with PBC for over 20 years as a volunteer mental health therapist. As a native Spanish speaker originally from Central America, she has provided expert guidance over the years to PBC’s Terapias Initiative for Spanish speakers.
“I am honored to be selected for this role to support Pro Bono Counseling during this leadership transition,” stated Roxanne Melgar. “I look forward to working collaboratively with members of the board, staff, volunteers, supporters, and community partners to continue our efforts to meet the essential mental health care needs of Marylanders.”
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Anonymous Donor Offers PBC Major Sustaining Gift Match | |
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There's still time to give to Pro Bono Counseling's Reserve Fund Campaign -- All gifts will be matched by an anonymous donor, up to $50,000! For every dollar you give, PBC gets two - - Your gift of $25 will become $50, and $50 will become $100!
Double your donation today to help sustain the organization and show your commitment to PBC's mission to remove barriers and provide relief by connecting Marylanders to mental health support.
Don't miss this opportunity to make twice the impact - Give today!
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Event Held to Celebrate Executive Director and Organization Success | |
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Pro Bono Counseling held a Farewell Fiesta on Wednesday, August 14, to wish Amy Greensfelder well on her new employment endeavor and to celebrate the organization's past and future success.
More than 65 volunteers, community partners, funders, supporters, staff and board members joined us at Little Havana in Baltimore for the celebration.
PBC Board President Eboni Barksdale-Smith addressed the attendees, recognizing and thanking Amy for her numerous accomplishments achieved over the seven years with the organization. Eboni also announced Roxanne Melgar as the Interim Executive Director, who will begin at PBC on September 3, 2024.
CLICK HERE FOR EVENT PHOTOS
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Welcome New PBC Volunteers | |
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Please welcome the following mental health clinicians who enrolled as PBC volunteers last month:
• Allison Banbury, LCPC
• Bruce Herman, PhD
• Par Tial, LMSW
Enrolling as a volunteer offers many benefits, including thoroughly screened clients matched based upon your experience and preferences, free continuing education workshops, case consultations, and networking opportunities.
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Have you considered volunteering with PBC? If you’re a licensed counselor, social worker, psychologist, or therapist, please join us! | |
Upcoming PBC Continuing Education Workshops | |
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Pro Bono Counseling (PBC) offers a robust schedule of continuing education workshops throughout the year and is committed to offering workshop topics that are educational, timely, and relevant to a clinician’s practice and are presented by experts in their respected fields.
As a benefit to active PBC volunteers, these workshops are free, but all clinicians and constituents are invited to attend for a nominal registration fee.
Register today to attend an upcoming online continuing education workshop!
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Annual Memorial Gift to PBC Honors Former Mental Health Counselor | |
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Thank you to Jani Bedrick, who recently made a gift to Pro Bono Counseling (PBC) in memory of her sister, Miffi Bedrick (shown here), a mental health counselor who passed away in 2016.
Miffi was originally from Massachusetts, before moving to Montgomery County, Maryland. She worked as an elementary school counselor in Prince George’s County and also had a private practice.
"Miffi was committed to her work and loved by the children she helped," stated Jani. "She was a beautiful person, and was very generous and giving."
Jani donates to PBC every year in Miffi's memory, designating the gift to ensure children can receive mental health counseling and resources.
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PBC Resource Corner: Maryland Health Benefit Exchange | |
August is recognized as National Immunization Month, bringing attention to the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. As students are returning to classrooms over the next few weeks, Maryland requires their immunization records to be up to date. Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (MHBE) highlights their Connector Program that works with counties across the state to ensure students in need can access essential vaccinations through on-site vaccination clinics.
MHBE, on behalf of Maryland Health Connection, also provides free in-person assistance with health coverage, education, eligibility, and enrollment for Marylanders. This organization works with the local county to remove structural barriers, such as lack of transportation, that prevent those from receiving health care.
For more information, visit their website or call (410) 500-4710 or contact the Connector Program Manager, Trina Middleton at trina.middleton@maryland.gov.
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