Saranya Thana (she/her)
Director of Development

Saranya is the Director of Development at VLJ, leading the organization’s fundraising and donor engagement efforts. With nine years of experience in non-profit fundraising, Saranya has gained an understanding of how to build sustainable support for community services.

Prior to joining VLJ, Saranya worked for a variety of organizations across New Jersey focused on child abuse prevention, services for individuals with developmental disabilities, and treatment programs for those affected by substance use and mental health challenges.

Saranya holds a BS in Political Science from Rutgers University and a MA in International Affairs from The New School.

With a background in fundraising strategy, event management, and donor relations, Saranya is deeply committed to advancing VLJ’s mission of ensuring access to justice for people experiencing poverty. Her passion for social justice drives her work to ensure that underserved communities have access to the legal resources and support they need.

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