Megumi Marange

Megumi (she/her) comes from a multicultural background and spent her childhood between Beaverton, Oregon and Osaka, Japan. She is Shin-Nisei (new second generation) on her mothers side.

After receiving her Master's degree in Sustainable Cultural Heritage in Rome, Italy, Megumi lived in Japan before returning back to Oregon. Previous to APANO, she worked at IRCO (Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization) with their in-kind fundraising program, and most recently with Portland Japanese Garden as their Assistant Director of Philanthropy. Megumi is dedicated to bringing a community centric approach to fundraising and increasing support of philanthropic efforts within marginalized communities.

Megumi currently sits on the Board of JAMO (Japanese American Museum of Oregon), and spends her time volunteering with JASO (Japan-America Society of Oregon) on both the Women's Leadership Council and Culture Committee. Megumi enjoys experiencing new cultures, yoga, and spending time with her husband and their dog, Hina. She puts family at the forefront of everything, and shares deep gratitude and appreciation to her parents.