About Kristin 

Kristin is passionate about harnessing the power of people to drive meaningful change through nonprofit initiatives. Her lifelong commitment to service is rooted in her volunteer work with social enterprises and her professional experience as a nurse, full-time mother, and nonprofit consultant. Over the years, Kristin has honed her skills in assessing needs, developing strategies, and adapting to challenges to achieve impactful results. Her dedication to service has often intersected with her children’s activities, supporting causes related to youth leadership, faith-based organizations, parent-teacher groups, Junior Women’s League, health and human services, and private education initiatives. Kristin firmly believes in the sentiments of Margaret Mead, who stated:

 “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has …”

With a Master of Science in Strategic Fundraising and Philanthropy and certification as a grant writer, Kristin brings 14 years of expertise in nonprofit development, grant writing, and consulting. She has partnered with organizations at all stages of growth, from startups to well-established national nonprofits, helping to secure grant funding, lead donors, major gifts, and corporate sponsorships.  Kristin has collaborated effectively with board members, executive directors, and development professionals, contributing to their program, general operating, and capital campaign fundraising efforts.

Recognized for her academic and professional excellence, Kristin is a member of the American Grant Writers Association.  In 2020, she was inducted into Nu Lambda Mu, the international honor society for nonprofit leadership and philanthropy. Kristin, a Connecticut resident, enjoys gardening, kayaking, training in Kyokushin karate, and cooking with family and friends.