Mandy Hamilton
Director of Irving Schools Foundation

Meet the Director

ABOUT Mandy Hamilton

Mandy Hamilton is a professional with over 10 years experience in the nonprofit sector.  Her work in this market has given her a breadth of knowledge which she translates into successful programs and initiatives to move nonprofit organizations forward. 

Mandy began her nonprofit career with Best Buddies International; it was there that she developed a love for the nonprofit industry and a passion to make a difference. She spent most of her career with the American Heart Association moving her from Associate Director to Senior Director for their program, Train to End Stroke, a marathon training fundraising program in both Texas and Florida.  After moving back to Irving, she accepted a position as National Director for MADD, where she was responsible for executing stimulating programming and substantial revenue generation to exceed organizational goals across the country. Over the past 10 years, Mandy has generated over 20 million dollars for local and national organizations.

Mandy currently serves her community as a member on the Executive Board for the Women’s Auxiliary to Children’s Medical Center of Dallas, a member of the Board of Directors for the Miss Dallas Organization, co-chair for the Kilgore College Rangerette Alumni organization, an official ambassador for the American Stroke Association, a certified Victim Advocate for MADD, and a Big Sister in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, and a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and National Association of Female Executives. In 2007, Mandy was nominated and voted after a three week online poll as one of Dallas’ 10 most beautiful women by D Magazine. The magazine also quoted her as “a non-profit’s dream” noting her appreciation and love to give back.

Before receiving her B.A. in Psychology from the University of North Texas, Mandy fulfilled a lifelong dream of performing as a world famous Kilgore College Rangerette while completing her first two years of college.

Committed to her alma mater, Mandy is thrilled to be back in her hometown of Irving to serve as the Irving Schools Foundation’s Executive Director. “The strength, confidence, and knowledge I gained growing up in IISD from ages 6-18, has shaped me to reach for the stars and never give up. I look forward to giving back to our zealous students and dedicated teachers.” – Mandy Hamilton

 

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