Carolyn Lumpkin

Carolyn oversees Cast’s internal operations as well as the broad strategic vision of the full continuum of its programs. She is also responsible for aligning Cast’s impact strategy with its programs and existing framework. Carolyn has 9 years’ experience at Cast, returning in 2022 after previously serving in direct service and program director roles in 2004 and 2016. Carolyn has extensive experience building and managing innovative programming and providing trauma-informed mental health services with marginalized communities. Most recently, Carolyn served as the Vice President of Programs at United Friends of the Children, where she was responsible for the strategic and operational success of programs serving current and former foster youth. Carolyn has a BA in Psychology from University of California, Berkeley, a Master in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach, and MBA with a concentration in Non-Profit Management from Touro University. Carolyn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of California.