Wendy Ingham

Wendy is the Vice President of Development for Orchard Place and joined the organization in July 2018. Her professional career includes non-profit organization management, event planning, strategic fundraising, grant writing, and planned giving. Previous to her role at Orchard Place, Wendy spent eight years as the Director of Development for Youth Homes of Mid-America, where she utilized relationship building skills and data analytics to drive results. She has been a very active volunteer with organizations including The Junior League of Des Moines and the Western Hills Elementary School Parent Teachers Organization. She currently serves on the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Central Iowa Chapter Board as the Membership Chair. Wendy holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism & Communication Studies from the University of Iowa.