Alison Friduss

Alison (Ali) Friduss is an accomplished professional in fundraising and development, currently serving as the Executive Director of Advancement at The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division since September 2024. Prior experience includes significant roles at the Chef Ann Foundation from January 2021 to September 2024, where Ali held titles such as Senior Director of Development, Director of Development, and Major Gifts Officer. From November 2015 to September 2020, Ali served as the Director of Development at JCC Chicago, along with a background in project management consulting and marketing through various companies and the North Suburban YMCA. Alison's educational background includes a degree in Visual Arts Management from Columbia College Chicago.