Meg holds a doctorate in public policy and administration from the University of Kentucky’s Martin School, winning the 2005 Best Dissertation Award from the National Schools of Public Affairs and Administration. She has a background in grants administration and policy research, including an interest in K-12 academic outcomes. She has served as a consultant to the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Human Services and as a grant review panel member for the US Department of Health and Human Services. Before moving to the area five years ago, Meg served as the senior researcher on a grant awarded to the UK Center for Poverty Research. She has served on several non-profit boards, and is currently active on the Outreach Committee at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church. She lives with her husband Steve, a physician employed by the National Board of Medical Examiners in Philadelphia, daughter Kit and son Will, and their miniature labradoodle Sophie in Bryn Mawr.Judy Trombetta – Director
Joins REF with an extensive career in public service, focused on improving communities and promoting public education. Over the course of her career, she has held leadership positions in various legislative offices and has worked and volunteered for numerous nonprofit and advocacy organizations, including the Pennsylvania School Funding Campaign that successfully advocated for increased funding for public education in the Pennsylvania State Budget in 2009.
Judy holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Temple University, a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Community Organizing from the University of Pittsburgh, and a Certification in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace from the University of South Florida.
Judy resides in Havertown with her husband Brandon , son Ari and two pets.
She looks forward to working with the REF Board and the community to lead the Radnor Educational Foundation into the future.
Karen McGrane- Foundation Administrator
Karen has over 30 years of corporate and volunteer experience in group benefits underwriting and sales support, financial and risk analysis, bookkeeping and accounts payable responsibilities. In addition, Karen has supported the Agnes Irwin School’s Parent Council, as a board member, co-chair of the 2010 Winterfest gala and class parent multiple times. She has also volunteered her time with Main Line Meals on Wheels as a board member and delivering meals.
Karen’s primary responsibilities will include grants administration, supporting the treasurer, and day to day operations.
After living in London for a few years, Karen recently returned to Radnor where she lives with her husband. Her children, who attended Radnor High School (2010) and the Agnes Irwin School (2011 and 2014), have spread their wings to DC, Harrisburg and LA.
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