Stephanie joined the Orchards team in November 2025. She has nearly 20 years of experience in a variety of fundraising roles and is excited to return to raising funds for children, a cause that is near and dear to her heart. She has always viewed fundraising as more than a career—it is a way to connect deeply with people and purpose, both personally and professionally.

A native of the Metro Detroit area, Stephanie graduated from Michigan State University with dual degrees in Marketing and German. Her fundraising career began with event fundraising at Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and Children’s Hospital of Michigan. While at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, her work expanded to include corporate and major giving.

Stephanie later held major gift roles at Michigan Medicine, Make-A-Wish Michigan, and Michigan State University. In March 2023, she joined Wayne State University, where she was promoted to Director of Development in 2024. In that role, she managed two Major Gift Officers and mentored two additional fundraisers.

Stephanie has completed certifications through Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy in Major Gifts and through Plus Delta Partners in the Discipline of Frontline Fundraising.