Melissa Leite is a Sr. Development Coordinator at Tides Canada, an innovative charity that supports people in building healthy, vibrant communities that have the social, economic, and natural capital to steward their environments for generations to come. In her role, Melissa is responsible for leadership
annual giving and supports all aspects of major gifts fundraising. She holds an honours degree in Public Policy and Administration from York University and a post graduate certificate in Public Policy and Administration from Humber College. Melissa is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (Canada). She is excited to join the fellowship program and is looking forward to all the skills and tools she will gain from this invaluable experience.