MILTON – AgScape, the voice of agriculture in the classroom for Ontario, has hired Glenna Banda as its new executive director.
A native of Saskatchewan, Banda has been executive director of the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington (CFGW) for the past nine years.
An environmental science graduate of the University of Guelph, Banda resides in Guelph and is an active volunteer and the co-founder of the Southern Ontario Amazing Race.
With CFGW, she tripled fundraising revenue by developing diverse fundraising plans and creating a culture of philanthropy that has inspired staff, volunteers and the community, and resulted in the CFGW being named one of Canada’s top children’s charities by Financial Post Magazine.
“We’re thrilled Glenna has agreed to join AgScape,” says Audrie Bouwmeester, chair of AgScape’s board of directors.
“Glenna impressed our panel with her demonstrated leadership skills and her proven ability to thrive in a non-profit environment.”
“Joining the AgScape team feels like coming home,” said Banda.
“Having grown up in rural Saskatchewan, I feel a real connection to what AgScape does and I am eager to help ensure its ongoing sustainability and success.”
AgScape uses a science- based approach in programs that teach students about food, farming and health.
