The mission of the St. Francis House Young Professionals’ Society (YPS) is to engage Boston’s diverse and accomplished young professionals’ community to support St. Francis House by:
- Raising vital funds to further our charitable work
- Increasing awareness of our work and our needs
- Contributing directly to our cause through volunteerism and service
The YPS is made up of two tiers of support–Partners and Advocates. Learn more about each tier and how to join below!
How do I join?
If you have questions or want to learn more, send us an email!
SFH Liaison
Julia Rudolph is the Events & Engagement Coordinator at St. Francis House. In her Coordinator role, Julia organizes impactful events that support our mission, fostering community engagement and building partnerships to enhance our programs. Julia also serves as liaison to the Young Professionals Society.
Julia graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Analysis and Policy. She strives to utilize her experience in engagement and communication to create meaningful experiences that raise awareness and drive support for our guests.
YPS Members
Jordan Numme currently works at The Boston Foundation as the Events Operations Associate, supporting the advancement and sustainability of local nonprofit organizations in Boston. With a strong background in strategic planning, cross-sector collaboration, and program execution, Jordan brings both structure and heart to every initiative. Throughout her career, Jordan has focused on building systems that empower teams, strengthen community partnerships, and ensure resources are used effectively in pursuit of meaningful change.
Known for a collaborative leadership style and deep commitment to equity and inclusion, Jordan thrives in roles that bridge strategy and implementation — turning vision into measurable results. Passionate about social impact and organizational effectiveness, Jordan continues to champion initiatives that foster growth, accountability, and long-term community resilience.
Max Asker is a native to Massachusetts with a background in grassroots organizing and real estate. Additionally, he advises political campaigns and organizes a community group in his spare time. He is excited to be part of the Young Professionals Society.
Megan Okoro has been volunteering at St. Francis house since the spring of 2023. She heard about it from a friend while attending Northeastern University and instantly loved it. Megan is currently working in clinical research at MGH, and when she is not working, she’s reading, traveling, or hanging out with friends. She is so excited to be a member of YPS and is looking forward to everything that the team will accomplish.
Michelle Lavers is a Senior Software Quality Assurance Lead Engineer at Accenture Federal Services in Boston. She has over 30 years of experience in the software industry, including technical writing, quality assurance, project management, and leadership. Michelle has served on the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Club of Assabet Valley in Maynard, MA and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Beacon Hill Civic Association in Boston. She is an avid volunteer with multiple organizations including the BHCA.
Michelle received a B.A. in Communications from Wake Forest University in 1992. She has lived in multiple states around the country and has called Beacon Hill home for over 10 years. She enjoys sports, theater, music, golf, tennis, and volunteering.
Alba I. Ferreira is a bilingual (Spanish/English) program coordinator and social work graduate student based in Boston, Massachusetts. She has over three years of experience supporting mission-driven organizations through program coordination, client engagement, and community outreach. Currently, Alba works at St. Francis House, where she manages program operations and provides bilingual support to clients and staff. She is pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Boston University School of Social Work, focusing on community practice and program development.
Passionate about advancing equity and access, Alba is dedicated to building inclusive programs that empower individuals and strengthen communities.
Key Volunteer Opportunities
Holiday Gift Drive, our annual holiday gift program to ensure the residents of our supportive Next Step Housing and our students in the Sullivan Family Moving Ahead Program feel the love they deserve on Christmas every year.
Women’s Day of Renewal, our annual all-day event for the guests of the Carolyn Connors Women’s Center to reclaim their identities and escape the stress of their everyday lives.
