Rising Stars

Jeff Mendola
Director of Mission Advancement
New Directions Youth & Family Services

Jeff Mendola is another fundraising newcomer who impressed us with his ability to jump right in and his immediate enthusiasm for fundraising. In May 2008, Jeff transitioned from a career in sales and marketing to the role of fundraiser at Mercy Flight of Western New York, one of only a few remaining not-for-profit providers of emergency air medical helicopter services. He quickly joined the WNY chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and its professional development committee.