Krista Stella

Krista Stella is an accomplished professional in donor relations and fundraising, currently serving as the Associate Director of Donor Relations and Stewardship at the Museum of Science since 2024. Previously, Krista held the position of Director for Donor Relations and Major Gifts at Hofstra University from 2015 to 2023. Earlier experience includes significant roles at The New York Botanical Garden, where Krista worked as Senior Development Officer and Director of the Annual Fund from 2008 to 2015, and as Associate Director of Board Relations from 2004 to 2007. Krista also contributed to the American Ballet Theatre as Associate Director of Major Gifts and Manager of Institutional Support from 2000 to 2004. Academically, Krista holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Theatre from Rutgers University and is a Master of Science candidate in Nonprofit Management at The New School's Milano School.