Arc Broward announces that Jennifer Stewart joins the organization as vice president of philanthropy and is responsible for fundraising and development in support of Arc Broward’s mission to provide opportunities for people with disabilities and other life challenges to realize their full potential.
With more than 20 years of experience as a fundraising professional serving nonprofit organizations throughout Broward County, Stewart will be responsible for leveraging philanthropic support and engaging with funders and the community at large.
“Jennifer’s decades of experience and proven track record of success at several of South Florida’s vital nonprofit organizations will make her a valued member of the Arc Broward team,” said Arc Broward President and CEO Julie Price. “We welcome her leadership and look forward to the contributions she will make as we work toward positive change on behalf of individuals with disabilities and life challenges.”
Stewart served most recently as executive director of Seafarers’ House at Port Everglades, one of the busiest seafarers centers in North America. Prior to her tenure at Seafarers’ House, Stewart served as chief stewardship officer for the Community Foundation of Broward and as development director for Children’s Harbor in Pembroke Pines. She has also held positions with Women in Distress in Fort Lauderdale.
Stewart holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Florida International University. She is a graduate of Leadership Broward and was recognized as the 2014 Outstanding Fundraising Executive by the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Broward County.
For more information about Arc Broward’s programs and services, please call (954) 746-9400 or visit arcbroward.com.
About Arc Broward
Since 1956, Arc Broward has worked hand-in-hand with the community, changing how people with disabilities and other life challenges are embraced and included. This critical work ensures that people with disabilities, not only live, learn, work, and play in their communities, but more importantly, thrive. Arc Broward operates at nine locations and provides 21 programs throughout Broward County, Florida. Arc Broward’s two social enterprises — Arc Educates and Arc Culinary — are groundbreaking efforts to transform the community by providing opportunities for people with disabilities and other life challenges to realize their full potential. To learn more about Arc Broward, please visit arcbroward.com or call 954-746-9400. Follow along on social media @arcbroward.
