Nicole has more than 15 years of experience in the philanthropy and nonprofit sector, with a background rooted in marketing, event planning, and fundraising. Most recently, she spent three and a half years with Covenant Living Communities and Services in Philanthropy Operations, supporting strategic initiatives that advanced mission-driven giving and strengthened meaningful donor relationships. Prior to that, she served as Communications Coordinator for the Chicagoland Lutheran Educational Foundation, where she focused on storytelling and outreach in support of the organization’s mission.
Grounded in compassion and service to others, Nicole brings a thoughtful, relationship-centered approach to philanthropy. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications from Olivet Nazarene University and achieved her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential in 2024. A proud Chicago native, Nicole continues to live and work in Chicago, Illinois.
