Providing integrated community services that empower individuals and families to overcome challenges, reach their potential, and achieve their goals.

As Chief Executive Officer of The Margaret Fuller Neighborhood House (MFNH), Selvin L. Chambers III provides strategic leadership in planning, advocacy, organizational management, fundraising, and community engagement. He is dedicated to strengthening community-based programs, fostering meaningful partnerships, and ensuring the effective allocation of resources to maximize MFNH’s impact.

Selvin is deeply passionate about community empowerment and works to develop programs that serve a broad spectrum of youth, families, and young adults. Since joining MFNH in April 2024, he has focused on expanding outreach efforts, enhancing organizational sustainability, and advancing initiatives that drive social change.

Before MFNH, Selvin served as Executive Director of LifeScene in Lynn, Massachusetts, where he led efforts to support youth and families through comprehensive community programs. His leadership experience includes key roles as Executive Director of The Food Project, Regional Executive Director of BUILD Boston, Regional Director of The Trustees of Reservations, the City of Boston’s Centers for Youth & Families, the City of Cambridge’s Department of Human Services Youth Programs, and City Year in multiple U.S. cities.

Selvin is a native of Cambridge and holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Fitchburg State University and earned a certificate from the Institute for Nonprofit Management and Leadership at Boston University.

schambers@margaretfullerhouse.org   

Phoebe Heyman joined the Margaret Fuller Neighborhood House team in 2022. She is responsible for all food pantry operations including ordering and distribution, managing program data and reports, directing the work of volunteers and pantry staff, and collaborating with partner organizations to support the community’s food needs. Outside of work, she likes to read, practice yoga and spend time outdoors with her cat.

pheyman@margaretfullerhouse.org

Jose is a Full time Biology student at the University of Massachusetts Boston. He is from the Dominican Republic and immigrated to the United States in 2009.

Jose is the food pantry assistant, he manages volunteers, stock produce , and overall general upkeep in the food pantry.

He thrives in making people smile and loves working out and watching sports.

jberiguete@margaretfullerhouse.org

Ryan Masse is a nonprofit advocate who is dedicated to merging his passions for effective communications with helping others. Throughout his academic and professional journey, Ryan has worked alongside various organizations in the nonprofit industry, including Merrimack College’s Office of Alumni Relations and Development as a Graphic Design Graduate Fellow. After earning a Master’s Degree in Communication and Media studies from Merrimack College, Ryan honed in on the ways in which successful and impactful external communications practices can be achieved. Outside of the office, Ryan enjoys reading, kayaking, and catching a ball game at Fenway Park.

rmasse@margaretfullerhouse.org   

Lavonne Davis is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, dedicated to community building and systemic change. Originally from California, she is pursuing a Master’s in DEIJ Leadership at Tufts University. With a strong commitment to amplifying marginalized voices, she works to create inclusive spaces that foster meaningful connections. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time in nature and baking.

ldavis@margaretfullerhouse.org   

Donnie Reed is the Community Engagement Coordinator at the Margaret Fuller House. A proud native of Dorchester, Massachusetts, Donnie brings an unwavering passion for people and community to his work, always committed to giving back to the neighborhoods that shaped him. He is the former Co-Founder of Team Austin, an AAU basketball program based in Dorchester, created to uplift and empower local youth through sports and mentorship. Donnie’s dedication to service deepened through his work in Human Services, beginning at Hope House Boston, an organization focused on addiction recovery and mental health support. In addition to his community work, Donnie is active in ministry at Western Avenue Baptist Church and is currently on the path toward ordination. He is also a twice-published author whose writing reflects his journey, faith, and commitment to transformation.

Dhara Dhruv is a seasoned marketing professional with over 4 years of experience spanning education, entertainment, and technology sectors. She has contributed her skills to prominent organizations like Disney+ and Ericsson, specializing in strategic marketing and brand management. Beyond her corporate achievements, Dhara is deeply involved in social causes.

Her journey in the non-profit sector began with teaching underprivileged children basic math and English in India. Currently, she volunteers her marketing expertise to support Justice Health Initiative, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting health equity. Dhara’s dedication to professional growth is underscored by her Master’s degree in Marketing. Passionate about both marketing and making a positive social impact, Dhara continually seeks new ways to combine these passions for meaningful change.

ddhruv@margaretfullerhouse.org   

Pricilla Ricapa is a finance and AI strategy professional with expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, business intelligence, and AI-driven automation. She holds an MBA with specialization in Finance and Strategy, she has led AI adoption and financial transformation initiatives across various industries. Previously, she worked as an Artificial Intelligence Manager at Lumentum, Finance Manager at JRC, Business Intelligence Manager at Volvo Group, Treasurer Associate at Belcorp, and Investor Relations Analyst at Repsol Peru.

pricapa@margaretfullerhouse.org   

Alicia McCabe brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, program development, and community engagement to her role as Director of Strategic Programs and Operations at Margaret Fuller Neighborhood House. With over two decades of diverse experience—spanning work with unhoused populations, wooden boat building, culinary arts, nutrition education, and nonprofit leadership—she brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic insight to leadership development. As a longtime Cambridge resident, she is deeply committed to supporting her local community. In addition to her work at MFNH, Alicia is a certified leadership coach and DISC facilitator, a yoga teacher, and a potter.

amccabe@margaretfullerhouse.org   

Darlene is a proud Cambridge native, raised in The Port neighborhood, and deeply connected to the community she now serves. As the Administrative Assistant at Margaret Fuller Neighborhood House, she supports daily operations and assists staff across departments to ensure things run smoothly. Darlene is passionate about giving back and is excited to contribute to an organization that provides vital resources and opportunities to those in need—right in the city she calls home.