BERRIEN COUNTY — The Berrien Community Foundation welcomed Regina Ciaravino to the team as Community Engagement Coordinator.

Ciaravino will work with the Berrien Community Foundation to coordinate volunteer efforts, special projects, as well as working to establish a women’s giving circle.

Ciaravino enjoyed a brief retirement from Lakeland Health Foundations where she worked as the philanthropy officer. Ciaravino worked for more than 14 years as director of Chamber Development for the Cornerstone Chamber of Commerce.

A well-known face in the community, Ciaravino is active with a number of organizations and committees. She is currently a trustee of the Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and was selected as the chair of the “Championship Office” for the Senior PGA Championship presented by Kitchenaid for the past three events.

“We are so excited to have Regina join the Berrien Community Foundation,” said BCF President Lisa Cripps-Downey. “She brings a wealth of knowledge and boundless energy.”

For more than 65 years BCF has helped people create legacy by developing funds and endowments focused on the specific services or agencies they feel are worthwhile. For more info visit, BerrienCommunity.org or call Lisa Cripps-Downey, BCF president (269) 983-3304