Pratima Penumarthy
Founder & CEO Volunteering for Seniors | Director, Stepping Stones Childcare & Preschool | Community Leader & Educator
- Role
- President & CEO at Arya Math Academy
- Location
- South Easton, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Pratima Penumarthy
CEO & Founder Volunteering for Seniors Jan 2021 – Present Massachusetts| Remote & On-site Nonprofit Organization Management | Community Engagement | Intergenerational Support PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Executive Director & Co-Founder Volunteering for Seniors Inc.(VFS) • Massachusetts • 2021–Present A nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through wellness programs, intergenerational connections, and inclusive community engagement. Founded and led VFS from inception to a thriving volunteer-driven organization, reaching hundreds of seniors annually across assisted living facilities, councils on aging, and local communities. Developed and implemented impactful programs including music therapy, chair yoga, technology support, caregiver resources, cultural celebrations, and financial literacy workshops. Built strong, ongoing partnerships with senior living centers, healthcare associations, and community organizations to expand reach and impact. Recruited, trained, and managed a leadership team of Vice Presidents overseeing core areas such as programming, intergenerational initiatives, public relations, and development. Directed successful fundraising efforts and authored competitive grant proposals to sustain and grow program offerings. Oversaw volunteer onboarding, safety protocols, and outreach strategies—creating a welcoming environment for cross-cultural and intergenerational participation.
Experience
President & CEO
Jun 2021 — Present · South Easton, MA, US
Education
Capella University
Master of Science (M.S.), Education
2012 — 2015
Bharati Vidyapeeth
BEET, Electronics and Telecommunications
1992 — 1996
Skills
- Project Management
- Teaching
- Curriculum Design
- Team Building
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Marketing
- Fundraising
- Child Development
- Strategic Planning
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Program Management
- Psychology
- Public Speaking
- Leadership
- Management
- Leadership Development
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