Originally from Northern Indiana, Kellie Alexander graduated with a bachelor’s degree in philanthropic studies from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy in 2021 and an accelerated master’s degree in spring of 2022. She simultaneously completed a minor in community health, an academic certificate in fundraising, and a Certificate in Fund Raising Management (CFRM) from The Fund Raising School.

Kellie served in development and event roles at Carteret Community College Foundation in Eastern North Carolina, the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy in Central Indiana. During her undergraduate degree, she experienced the opportunity to live and attend global development courses at the University of Derby, England, through a study abroad program.

Kellie is thrilled to join The Patterson Foundation and begin working alongside passionate individuals and communities to implement innovative change and catalyze impact before launching into a career in philanthropy.

Kellie currently resides in Sarasota, Florida, with her husband, Caleb, and rescue dog, Lyla.


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To contact Kellie: KAlexander@thepattersonfoundation.org

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