Ariela Knight

Operations and Finance Manager

Somerville, MA

Ariela Knight is the Operations and Finance Manager at Commonwealth, where she supports the systems and behind-the-scenes work that help advance financial security for people living on low incomes. Before joining Commonwealth, Ariela held senior development roles at a national nonprofit and earlier managed a community food pantry in Somerville serving hundreds of local households—work that grounded her commitment to dignity, access, and financial stability for historically marginalized communities. Outside of work, Ariela enjoys dancing and organizing Queer Tango, learning ceramics, hiking, and spending time with friends.