Devon Stewart

Devon Stewart is an experienced fundraising and development professional currently serving as the Director of Major Gifts at Hope Chicago since August 2025. Previously, Devon held various positions at After School Matters, including Development Manager, where significant contributions were made to a $27 million capital campaign, and Annual Giving Manager, where individual giving programs were successfully expanded. As Development Coordinator at Chicago Lights, Devon assisted in fundraising strategies and event planning, notably increasing participation in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Team. Devon's earlier roles include Fund Development Intern at Bloomington Playwrights Project and Communications Coordinator at the O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Devon holds a Master of Public Affairs in Nonprofit Management and International Development and a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs with a focus on Nonprofit Management from the O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs.