Christina Ritchie
About Christina Ritchie
Christina Ritchie serves as the Annual Fund Director at Meals on Wheels America, where she focuses on community-centric fundraising to promote equity and social justice. With extensive experience in fundraising and development across various arts organizations, she has held significant roles at institutions such as The Metropolitan Opera and Americans for the Arts.
Work at Meals on Wheels America
Christina Ritchie serves as the Annual Fund Director at Meals on Wheels America, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on fundraising initiatives that support the organization's mission to provide meals to those in need. Ritchie is actively involved in the Community-Centric Fundraising movement, which aims to promote equity and social justice within the fundraising sector. Her work contributes to enhancing the organization's outreach and effectiveness in serving communities.
Education and Expertise
Christina Ritchie has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS) from Georgetown University, specializing in International Economics, from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, she studied at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) for a year, focusing on Economics. Ritchie also holds a Certificate in Image Consulting from the Fashion Institute of Technology, which she obtained between 2008 and 2010. Her education supports her expertise in fundraising and donor engagement strategies.
Background
Christina Ritchie has extensive experience in fundraising and development across various organizations. She worked at Americans for the Arts for seven years, where she held multiple roles, including Director of Individual Giving. Prior to that, she served at The Metropolitan Opera and New York City Center in membership and patron program management. Ritchie also has experience in development roles at the Washington National Opera and The Brookings Institution, where she managed significant fundraising efforts.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Christina Ritchie has managed both front-line and administrative staff, overseeing fundraising efforts that raised up to $11 million. Her strategic approach combines knowledge of donor behavior with effective communication, allowing her to create impactful giving program strategies. Ritchie's advocacy for equitable housing and transportation options reflects her commitment to community engagement and social justice.