For Lisa Greenberg, giving back isn’t just something she does—it’s a core part of who she is. But now, in this stage of life, many of the responsibilities and hardships that once made it difficult to volunteer have eased, and she finally has space to do what’s been in her heart of a very long time. Whether it’s hosting hygiene kit packing parties with Dignity Grows, founding a blood drive or providing comfort to hospice patients, she is constantly looking for ways to support those in need.
Counselor, Teacher, Mother
Born and raised in Baltimore, Lisa earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Maryland College Park and later went on to earn a master’s in school counseling from Loyola College.
Currently, Lisa works as the lower School Counselor at Beth Tfiloh Community Day School. “I’ve always been a feeling person,” she shared, reflecting on her career switch from teaching to counseling. “Life isn’t always so easy, and I wanted to learn how to better support kids going through tough times.”
Throughout her 31 years working in Baltimore County Public Schools, Lisa’s role as a counselor was informed by her own life experiences. As a mother, she found purpose in guiding children, offering the support she knew was so important.
Her own children, Hannah, now 26 and living in Brooklyn, and Brady, 23, who resides in Canton, are her number one sources of joy. Lisa has always made it a priority to instill the value of giving back to them.
“I tell my kids, ‘We’re all connected in this world.’ People showed up for my kids when they lost their dad. Now they have space to do the same, to give back.”
