
Supporting Our Profession
The commitment of the Foundation is steadfast – to continually position auxiliary professionals, the higher education market, and students for greatness.
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Our Purpose
We envision a future where all students can be successful
The NACAS Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization that improves the quality of life for students and supports affordability in higher education by funding grants and scholarships, professional development programs, and research initiatives for auxiliary services professionals, students, and institutions.
We promote equality and the diversity of people and ideas for the benefit of the public. Our work fosters innovation, collaboration, and creative thinking to improve students’ quality of life.
Through the generous support of individuals and business partners, the NACAS Foundation has been able to help fund industry scholarships, financially support students, create and maintain basic needs programs & services on campus, provide industry research funds, and support the growth and development of auxiliary leaders.
Angela Peterson
PRESIDENT
Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus Enterprises
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
Term Ends: Fall 2026
Emily A. Messa, Ph.D., CASP
FOUNDATION PAST-PRESIDENT
Senior Associate Vice Chancellor/
Associate Vice President for Administration
University of Houston
Houston, TX
Term ends: Fall 2026
James E. Dwyer, CASP
TREASURER
Vice Chancellor for University Business Services
Washington University - St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
Term ends: Fall 2026
Andy Lachman, Ph.D., CASP
NACAS BOARD REPRESENTATIVE
University Housing, Food & Mail Services Manager
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Term Ends: Fall 2026
DaNesha Allen, CASP
AT LARGE MEMBER
Senior Director, Auxiliary Services
University of Houston
Houston, TX
Term ends: Fall 2029
Ella Carrol
DIRECTOR - Central Region
Auxiliary/Contract Services Manager
Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, MO
Term ends: Fall 2029
Kevin D’Onofrio
DIRECTOR - East Region
Executive Director
SUNY Cobleskill Auxiliary Services
Cobleskill, NY
Term ends: Fall 2026
Dr. Lorelle Davies, DM, CASP
DIRECTOR - West Region
Vice President of Administration and Finance
Flathead Valley Community College
Kalispell, MT
Term ends: Fall 2029
Kennedy Turner
DIRECTOR, BUSINESS PARTNER
Vice President of Venue Partners, Trooh
Term ends: Fall 2026
Salli Darden
DIRECTOR, BUSINESS PARTNER
Senior Vice President Strategy, Education Compass Group, USA
Term ends: Fall 2026
Danielle Klinkhamer
DIRECTOR, BUSINESS PARTNER
Vice President, Sodexo Campus
Term ends: Fall 2026
Rich Steele
Chief Executive Officer
NACAS
Professional Development
Fund professional development programs including webinars, Senior Executive Summit, Women in Higher Education Leadership Summit, CASP certification, and the DIAL Program
Support scholarships and awards, including the Edwin R. Golden Award and the David H. Lord Award for Exemplary Community Service
Our Impact
After investing more than a million dollars back in higher education, the work of the NACAS Foundation is more important now than ever before. Students are faced with new levels of uncertainty. Reduced access to affordable housing and the prospect of food insecurity are real problems. Research shows that these financial challenges are not new, but heightened since the pandemic.
Donate to support new industry initiatives, including the Campus Care Grant, virtual education experiences, and awards & scholarships.
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$155,887 provided in scholarships and grants to campus professionals
Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities - Contact us to learn more.
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$13,000 provided directly to undergraduate students
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$904,000 provided to professional development and learning initiatives for higher education professionals
2024 NACAS Foundation Individual Donors
2025 NACAS Foundation Board Nominations
NACAS Foundation Shop
Introducing the new NACAS Foundation Shop—your destination for exclusive NACAS-branded apparel! Every purchase you make not only lets you showcase your pride in the auxiliary services profession but also directly supports our mission. A portion of every sale goes to the NACAS Foundation, supporting initiatives like awards, scholarships, and professional development programs aimed at progressing our industry. Browse our collection now and help us promote excellence and innovation in college auxiliary services.
NACAS Foundation
Through generous support of members and business partners, the NACAS Foundation is able to fund professional development and leadership opportunities of NACAS members as they enhance higher education by utilizing the latest in campus services. Learn More