Originally from Lansing, Iowa, Brenda graduated from Loras College with degrees in Elementary Education and English: Literature. Following graduation, she taught in Catholic elementary schools (including St. Columbkille School) for 13 years. Brenda stayed home for 5 years to care for her four children then worked part-time with Loras for Literacy until the program ended. She spent 11 years at Hempstead High School working in the Counseling Office until she joined Catholic Charities in Spring of 2022.
Brenda enjoys reading, walking/hiking, listening to podcasts and traveling to National Parks!