Maria Kris joined the American Bar Association's Center on Children and the Law in April 2024 and currently serves as the Grant and Operations Manager.
Prior to this, Maria managed national grant operations at a Maryland-based ecological restoration company and supported cybersecurity efforts at the Maryland Department of Information Technology. She is excited to transition into the nonprofit sector and brings project management and government relations experience.
For many years, Maria also volunteered at a pregnancy crisis center, fundraising, and distributing important supplies (i.e., clothing, diapers, food, and blankets) to young families. She has long believed in the importance of the family unit and is excited to be a part of the Center's mission.