Danielle Serrano
2025-2026 Obama Foundation USA Leader
Vice President of Development, Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services
Whittier, California
Danielle Serrano is the vice president of development at Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, where she builds cross-sector partnerships and raises funds for mental health services, training, and partnerships. Danielle's leadership enabled her team to secure over $20 million in philanthropic donations, resulting in a doubled community impact, reaching more than 270,000 people in 2024 through expanded service provision. Danielle brings experience leading several public-private partnerships across affordable housing, community development, health, and education, and aspires to expand her sectoral and regional impact.
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