Tracy Moenkhaus

About Me

Tracy Moenkhaus is a communicator and a collaborator at heart. She loves sharing compelling stories to ignite emotions, foster connections, and inspire donors to take the type of action that touches and transforms lives. Bringing more than 7 years of experience in healthcare philanthropy to her role as Manager of Donor Relations and Individual Giving, Tracy manages a multi-channel direct response program that solicits and stewards donors at the mass level. Her work enables countless people to deepen their legacies of generosity and to make a powerful difference for others.

Tracy transitioned to the nonprofit world after many years of working in advertising sales for some of the most celebrated consumer publications in the country, including Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Bon Appétit. With a background in English and Theater from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Tracy has honed her storytelling skills by producing and performing in various theatre productions, freelancing in film and commercial production, and writing and producing her own short films. At Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, she leverages her diverse and creative background to foster lasting relationships with donors, to learn from them, and to assist them in amplifying the impact of their contributions.