Hospice of the Red River Valley (HRRV) welcomes Kellie Albrecht as Annual Giving Officer. Kellie serves the development team by strengthening relationships with community members and donors helping raise funds to support the work of Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Kellie has a dedicated history of helping others through her work in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors in the Fargo Moorhead area. Kellie’s focus on growth, both personal and professional, led her on a journey of strengthening the missions of several community nonprofit organizations. Kellie is excited about her position as Annual Giving Officer at Hospice of the Red River Valley because she knows firsthand how valuable the care that HRRV provides for the community is. She feels there is no greater reward than helping donors and community members connect with a mission that provides care and compassion to those going through life’s transitions.

Prior to Kellie joining Hospice of the Red River Valley, she served as Director of Operations and Director of Client Relations for Red River Financial and Executive Coordinator for the Anne Carlsen Center.

Kellie attended Valley City State University where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education and Teaching. She later went on to receive her Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Mary.

In her free time, Kellie enjoys downhill skiing, reading and spending time with her husband Erin, son Henry and three dogs Bill, Ted and Max.

Hospice of the Red River Valley welcomes Josh Christianson as Senior Philanthropy Officer. Josh serves the development team by helping lead philanthropy efforts by working with current and potential donors for Hospice of the Red River Valley gifts and campaigns.

Josh has over 20 years of successful development and non-profit experience. Prior to Josh joining Hospice of the Red River Valley, he served as Executive Director for University Advancement at Bemidji State University. Here, Josh led development efforts, alumni engagement and the overall operations of the Bemidji State University Alumni & Foundation. Josh also worked at the University of North Dakota and Northland Community & Technical College in development roles.

Josh attended the University of North Dakota where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and Public Relations.

Josh has lived in northwest Minnesota and eastern North Dakota his entire life. He grew up in Crookston, MN and Fargo, ND. His wife, Lisa and he have four children and currently reside in Bemidji. They are looking forward to relocating to Fargo later this year.