Kathleen MacPherson

With over two decades of experience as a dedicated fundraising professional, Kathleen MacPherson currently serves the University of Calgary as Senior Director of Development. Before joining the University of Calgary, Kathleen was the Vice President of Campaign and Resource Development with the United Way of Calgary and Area, spending 16 years with the organization.

During her career, Kathleen’s leadership, project management, campaign best practice, fundraising, and volunteering expertise had seen her directly involved in raising more than $800 million for various organizations. She has mentored and coached hundreds of staff, instilling her focus on donor-centered relationships and stewardship.

In 2017, the Association of Fundraising Professionals recognized her dedication to her craft and underlying values, by conferring upon her the Outstanding Fundraising Professional Award.

Kathleen is a proud native Calgarian, an alumnus of the University of Calgary, and is excited to be raising her family in such a dynamic city.

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