Michele Sides

Michele Sides serves as the Senior Director of Individual Giving at the National Forest Foundation, where she leads strategy for the organization’s individual philanthropy program. She brings more than a decade of experience in fundraising, relationship management, and donor stewardship. Prior to joining the NFF, Michele held leadership roles in advancement at higher education institutions, where she cultivated strong partnerships and helped build sustainable giving programs. Michele is committed to inspiring philanthropy that fuels conservation outcomes and creates impact for future generations.

Outside of work, Michele enjoys exploring National Forests through backpacking and paddling. She believes nature has the power to heal the mind and body, and that outside experiences are critical to building lifelong stewards of the land.