Leigh Illion

Leigh Illion is an experienced fundraising professional with a strong background in leadership roles within nonprofit organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Leadership Gifts at Alameda County Community Food Bank since April 2018, Leigh previously held similar positions at SF-Marin Food Bank from June 2014 to March 2018, leading teams to successful revenue targets. Prior experience includes managing major gifts and development initiatives at Positive Resource Center as the Managing Director of Development, consulting on fundraising strategies, and overseeing development efforts at Glide Foundation and San Francisco General Hospital Foundation. Leigh holds a Master’s degree in Exhibition & Museum Studies from San Francisco Art Institute and a Bachelor’s degree in English from York University.