Meet Joie

Joie M. Langford, CFRE is a skilled millennial leader in the nonprofit sector with nearly a decade of experience in building and managing successful fundraising operations, helping to raise more than $15 million in philanthropic funds. Known for her expertise in relationship building and leveraging connections, she has designed and led impactful campaigns that secure support from individuals and organizations. Joie’s strategic thinking and team-building skills make her a standout professional in the field. She is passionate about empowering communities to realize their full potential by creating new partnerships with corporate and community leaders.

Joie is an active member of the African American Development Officers (AADO) Network, F3: Fabulous Female Fundraisers, and Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC). Joie earned the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential in March 2023, an internationally recognized credential which signifies a confident, ethical fundraising professional. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and a dedicated wife and mother. Joie holds a Master of Arts in Media Studies from Hofstra University and a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in African American Studies from Temple University.

How do you intend to use the funds?

I plan to use the Birgit Burton RISE Scholarship award to attend the AADO and ABFE Conferences in 2025, where I can enhance my fundraising skills and connect with industry leaders. Additionally, I will invest in the growth of my business, SHADES Consulting LLC, by using the funds to develop a website and expand my social media presence.