Born and raised in Santa Barbara, Rubi began her career in early education before transitioning to the nonprofit sector. A graduate of San Francisco State University with a B.A. in Sociology and a minor in Criminal Justice, she has worked as an instructional assistant and tutor in both the Carpinteria and San Francisco Unified School Districts.
Her nonprofit journey began at St. Vincent’s Santa Barbara, where she helped support low-income families and seniors. She then joined the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, connecting college-bound students with financial aid resources.
Now, as the Operations Director at Leading from Within, Rubi is excited to contribute to community growth and development. Alongside her professional work, she’s busy raising three young children and diving into homeschooling.