Illinois, USA
Sandy Nash is a development professional with expertise in event and donor management. She began her career with Special Olympics Illinois in 2008. After devoting 15 years at the local program level, Sandy transitioned to Special Olympics, Inc. as the Executive Director of LETR. Sandy played a key role as co-chair of the Special Olympics’ 50th Anniversary LETR Commemorative Run in 2018 and was instrumental in organizing the Flame Lighting Ceremony for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games. Her extensive dedication and expertise have significantly benefited both the Special Olympics and LETR communities.
Coming from a family with a law enforcement background—Sandy’s father is a retired Police Chief—she was inspired from an early age to contribute positively to her community. Though her career path diverged from becoming a police officer, her work with Special Olympics and LETR has enabled her to pursue her goal of making the world a better place. Sandy earned a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville and a Bachelor of Science in Political Studies from the University of Illinois - Springfield, highlighting her commitment to public service and advocacy.
Contact Sandy at snash@specialolympics.org