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Natalie Lake
Program Manager, Packard Fellowships for Science and Engineering
Natalie Lake is the Program Manager for the Packard Fellowships for Science and Engineering at The David and Lucile Packard Foundation. In this role, she oversees a prestigious program established in 1988 that provides flexible funding to promising early-career scientists and engineers, allowing them to explore innovative research avenues. Each year, the program selects 20 fellows from various institutions, awarding them individual grants totaling $875,000 over five years.12
Before joining the Packard Foundation, Natalie worked at WildAid, an international NGO focused on climate and wildlife issues. She also served as a Peace Corps environmental volunteer in Pacasmayo, Peru, where she implemented renewable energy technologies, initiated a community recycling program, and developed a network of eco-schools.13
Natalie holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from Northwestern University. She is proficient in both Spanish and Japanese, reflecting her commitment to global engagement and environmental advocacy. In her personal time, she enjoys various activities such as cooking, trekking, knitting, and woodworking.14
