Leah Steele, Mpa
About Leah Steele, Mpa
Leah Steele, MPA, serves as the Associate Director at CCS Fundraising in Boston, Massachusetts. She has extensive experience in nonprofit management and cross-cultural programs, having held various leadership roles in organizations focused on vulnerable populations.
Current Role at CCS Fundraising
Leah Steele serves as the Associate Director at CCS Fundraising, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is involved in strategic planning and execution of fundraising initiatives. Her work focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations through targeted fundraising strategies. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, she collaborates with diverse teams to drive organizational growth and impact.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Management
Leah Steele has extensive experience in nonprofit management. She worked as the Early Childhood Program Manager at Middle Way House from 2019 to 2020, where she managed programs for vulnerable populations. Prior to that, she served as the Housing, Hospitality, and Communications Manager at Hospital Albert Schweitzer Haiti from 2017 to 2019. Her role involved overseeing housing and hospitality services while enhancing communication strategies within the organization.
Educational Background in Public Affairs
Leah Steele earned her Master of Public Affairs with a focus on Nonprofit Management and International Development from the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs, completing her studies in 2020. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management from Indiana University Bloomington, which she obtained in 2016. Her education has equipped her with the skills necessary for effective leadership in the nonprofit sector.
Leadership Roles and Initiatives
Leah Steele has held several leadership roles in various organizations. She was the President and Founding Board Member of Nourish International from 2012 to 2016, where she played a key role in developing initiatives to support vulnerable communities. Additionally, she served as a Micro-Finance Brigade Delegate for Global Brigades at Indiana University, contributing to financial literacy and economic development projects.
Expertise in Cross-Cultural Management
Leah Steele possesses expertise in cross-cultural management and strategy assessment. Her experience includes working with diverse stakeholders to build cohesive teams aimed at achieving organizational change. She is committed to optimizing human and operational potential within nonprofit organizations, particularly those serving vulnerable populations.