Kira Costello

Kira Costello is an experienced fundraising and program coordination professional currently serving as a Principal Gifts Coordinator at the Environmental Defense Fund since September 2023, where Kira engages high-level donor portfolios and supports the Principal and Major Gifts team. Previously, Kira worked as an Individual Giving Coordinator and Philanthropy Coordinator at Cascade Public Media, managing donor relationships and creating strategic initiatives for donor retention. Kira's background includes diverse roles such as Program Manager for a youth sustainability program at Integrated Design 360 LLC, teaching in after-school programs, and participating in various nonprofit initiatives, including AmeriCorps VISTA and Women Political Leaders. Kira holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies and a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership, both from Gonzaga University, along with international academic experiences at universities in Belgium and the Czech Republic.