Amanda Kennedy

Amanda Kennedy is an accomplished nonprofit leader with extensive experience in philanthropy and development. Currently serving as the Vice President of Philanthropy at Virginia Home for Boys and Girls, Amanda has held significant roles including Chief Advancement Officer at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond, where $3.4 million was raised in the first year, and Chief Advancement Officer at St. Andrew's School, where annual fundraising increased from $717K to $2M. Previous positions include Director of Fund Development and Communications at Virginia Health Care Foundation, Regional Director of Development at YMCA of Greater Richmond, and Director of Development at the University of the Pacific. Amanda founded the Railroad Street Youth Project, expanding it into a leading youth development organization. Educated at prestigious institutions, Amanda holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration and Leadership, along with certifications in Fundraising Management and Nonprofit Executive Leadership.