Melanie Chen

She/Her

Melanie Chen - 2025 NLC Palm Beach Fellow

Melanie Chen (she/her) is a dedicated advocate for mental and behavioral health, with a firm belief that housing is a fundamental human right. She works as a Grants Coordinator on the Strategic Impact team at The Lord’s Place, where she champions access to housing and basic needs as a foundation for individuals to discover their purpose. Growing up in Palm Beach County, Melanie earned her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Florida in 2015 and a Master of Public Health from George Washington University in 2018. She serves on the board of West Palm 100 and volunteers at local food banks and pantries.

An avid reader and proud mother, Melanie is passionate about creating lasting change in her community.