Kristin Van Nort serves as a Philanthropic Advisor for ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In this role, she works with individual supporters to facilitate both current and planned gifts, helping them achieve their philanthropic goals at St. Jude. Prior to joining ALSAC, Kristin held several leadership roles in the nonprofit sector in Oklahoma. As Vice President of External Affairs at the CARE Center, she co-authored a children’s book on personal body safety. She also served as Director of Development at the Oklahoma United Methodist Foundation. Kristin's dedication to her community extends beyond her professional endeavors. She is actively involved in various community organizations, including the Junior League of Oklahoma City, where she is President-Elect. Kristin is also passionate about mentoring young women at the beginning of their careers. Her leadership and influence were nationally recognized during her tenure as President of the Association for Women in Communications and on the board of directors for the United Methodist News. A native of Oklahoma, Kristin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communications from the University of Central Oklahoma and a Master of Liberal Arts in Leadership and Management from Oklahoma City University. She resides in Edmond, OK, with her husband and their two doodles.