Shreveport, La. – Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is pleased to announce Yalonda Mitchell as its new regional director of philanthropy for Central and North Louisiana.
Mitchell, who holds an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, comes to Mary Bird Perkins with a wealth of experience in community engagement and marketing. Working out of Shreveport, she previously served as an anchor reporter and host at KSLA-12 News and director of marketing for LifeShare Blood Center.
In her role as regional director of philanthropy, Mitchell will lead philanthropic initiatives and enhance the Cancer Center’s community presence in the region, focusing on relationship building with individuals, businesses and community groups. Mary Bird Perkins is a nonprofit organization, and fundraising is crucial in helping support its lifesaving supportive services and community initiatives.
She will initially concentrate her outreach efforts in Alexandria, Natchitoches and Shreveport, with plans to expand throughout the region.
“We are delighted to welcome Yalonda Mitchell to Mary Bird Perkins,” said Danielle Mack, vice president and chief development officer, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. “Her extensive experience will be instrumental in helping us provide crucial cancer services to communities throughout Central and North Louisiana.”
About Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s largest cancer care organization and has been leading the fight against cancer for more than 50 years. Founded in Baton Rouge in 1971 by a group of community leaders, the Cancer Center now serves every region of Louisiana and communities across southwest Mississippi. With the most expansive team of highly-trained oncologists leveraging innovative therapies and technologies, Mary Bird Perkins is offering the most personalized treatment options available in the Gulf South. The Cancer Center’s emphasis on community-based care allows patients to access these resources close to home. From early detection through our innovative Prevention on the Go screening and education program, to diagnosis, treatment and life after cancer, Mary Bird Perkins offers a wide array of individualized support services to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. For more information, visit marybird.org.