Mary Donovan

Mary Donovan is a Veterans Claims Analyst and CDCR Liaison at the California Department of Veterans Affairs.1 In this role, she serves as a link between the California Department of Veterans Affairs and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).

Professional Experience

Mary Donovan has held several key positions:

1. Veterans Claims Analyst - CDCR Liaison at the California Department of Veterans Affairs
2. Executive Director and Director of an organization serving incarcerated and justice-involved veterans

Responsibilities

As a Veterans Claims Analyst and CDCR Liaison, Mary Donovan's duties include:

• Providing strategic and operational oversight for a non-profit organization that serves incarcerated and justice-involved veterans1
• Assisting veterans with benefits claims and information
• Conducting outreach to veteran communities

Notable Activities

In September 2022, Mary Donovan participated in a community outreach event where she discussed benefits with approximately 30 veterans in the Sierra foothills community of Ione.2 This activity demonstrates her commitment to ensuring veterans are informed about and can access their benefits.

Mary Donovan's work bridges the gap between veterans affairs and the correctional system, focusing on supporting veterans who are currently incarcerated or have been involved with the justice system. Her role is crucial in ensuring that these veterans receive the support and benefits they are entitled to, even while navigating the complexities of the correctional system.