Richard Algra

Richard Algra is an accomplished professional in development and fundraising, currently serving as the Assistant Director of Development at Bread for the City since April 2024. Previously, Richard held various roles, including Bartender at Boundary Stone and Red Bear Brewing Company, and Vice President of Corporate Partnerships & Development (Consultant) at the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, where significant funds for educational programming were secured. Experience at the American Red Cross National Capital Region as Major Gifts Officer involved managing a diverse donor portfolio and achieving substantial fundraising goals. Other roles include Senior Director of Partnerships & Development at the American Society for Nutrition and Director of Development at Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C., where Richard consistently exceeded fundraising targets. Richard's educational background includes a Bachelor's of Science degree from the University of Michigan, focusing on Biology/Pre-Med.