Kelly Stevenson

Kelly drives the long-term growth of CCLF’s programming through innovative fundraising, cross-sector collaboration, and systems integration. She leads the development of strategic funding materials, secures both public and private support, and builds partnerships with government agencies, healthcare systems, and corporate sponsors. Her work ensures that CCLF’s literacy initiatives are sustainable, impactful, and deeply embedded in the communities they serve.

Before joining CCLF, Kelly spent over a decade at The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, where she served as Manager of Communications on the Major and Transformational Gifts team. In that role, she led a writing and editorial team responsible for creating compelling, donor-centered materials that supported seven- and eight-figure philanthropic partnerships. She also played a key role in stewarding donors through recognition initiatives and communications.

Kelly holds an Honours Degree from Queen’s University and serves on various healthcare boards across Ontario, contributing her expertise in communications, fundraising, and community engagement.

Some of her favorite stories to read with her kids include The Wonky Donkey, The Berenstain Bears, and Flubby.