New Staff Spotlight: Ali Cranshaw

New ASSIST Scholars Director of Development

In September 2024, we were thrilled to welcome Ali Cranshaw as our new Director of Development. With over a decade of experience in educational fundraising and leadership, Ali’s career has been defined by her dedication to advancing education at every level. Now, she’s eager to bring her talents to secondary education and support the mission of ASSIST.

Ali holds a BA in Communications from Roger Williams University and a master’s in Organizational Leadership from Nichols College. She’s currently pursuing an Ed.D. at Northeastern University, demonstrating her own commitment to lifelong learning—a value she shares with the scholars and communities we serve.

Ali’s ability to craft compelling narratives and her innovative approach to fundraising have left lasting impacts on the institutions she’s worked with. We’re excited for her to bring that same energy and creativity to ASSIST, as she helps build lasting partnerships with donors and supporters who will fuel our mission for years to come.