Welcome, Andy! illuminAid’s New Grants and Development Manager

illuminAid is pleased to announce the addition of our newest team member, Development Manager Andy Shoemaker. 

With a background in non-profit development and strategic development, Andy brings an array of passion and talent to our organization. His strengths in relationship-building, communication, and lead cultivation ensure a dynamic contribution towards our mission and vision!

Andy graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a BA in music and received his MA from Point Loma Nazarene University. In his free time, he enjoys photography, playing guitar, reading and coaching his sons’ little league teams. Andy is currently learning to roast his own coffee.

Fun Facts:

Favorite quote: “I’m not superstitious, but I am a little stitious” -Michael Scott

Best TV show: The Office

Sports Team: Angels, Rams, Lakers 

Color: Green

Pet peeve: People who don’t pull over for emergency vehicles (and then pass you!)

Favorite snack: Lightly salted almonds

Song/Band: Nickel Creek

If you had a million dollars: I’d give it all to illuminAid

Inspirational Person & Why: N.T. Wright - he’s a smart dude.

What’s your go-to productivity trick? Ask Laurie

Are you an early bird or a night owl? Early Bird

What’s something—big or small—that you’re really bad at? Don’t ask me to build you something with power tools.

What’s something—big or small—that you’re really good at? Playing Tuba 

Hobby when not at work: Shooting Drone video and headshot photography

What’s your go-to karaoke song? Tiny Dancer

Say hello! You can reach Andy anytime at Ashoemaker@ompt.org.

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