Drew Moran knows the importance of culture in an organization, and to understand that culture requires an understanding of your mission. Through 12 years of growth at Nourishing Hope, Drew has gotten hands on every aspect. Now, as the Chief Development Officer, his vast insight allows Nourishing Hope to operate as more than just a food pantry, providing additional mental health and social services that address the needs of the whole individual to offer a generous and friendly helping hand.

Sherry and Drew discuss his journey to the Chief Development Officer role, his emphasis on developing a culture of joy and abundance, and the innovative ideas that have allowed Nourishing Hope to thrive in times of great need.

What You Will Discover:

✔️ Donors and beneficiaries latch on to the culture of your organization

✔️ Joy within your team permeates throughout the entire organization, from your volunteers, to your donors, and ultimately to the individuals you serve

✔️ A solid foundation is needed for your organization to pull back and examine the macro

✔️ Putting clear intention behind your gala elevates it from just an event to a transformational experience for donors

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Drew Moran currently serves as Nourishing Hope's chief development officer where he is dedicated to building transformational relationships with philanthropic organizations to support Nourishing Hope's many strategic initiatives. Before assuming this role, Drew served as the director of institutional partnerships. Prior to that role, Drew served on the leadership team as its director of innovation and strategic initiatives. He is also deeply invested in his local community, serving as a director of the East Lake View Neighbors Association.

Drew's commitment extends beyond just organizational partnerships. He shares Nourishing Hope's passion for mental wellness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Roosevelt University, he was the first clinician to provide therapeutic services to Lakeview Pantry clients in 2017. Drew also has a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Eastern Illinois University.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewjmoran/

Website: http://nourishinghopechi.org

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