Michael Hand

Michael joined the PBS Foundation in October 2026 as Manager, Donor Experience. In his role, he works to create meaningful experiences and engagement opportunities that strengthen relationships between PBS and its donors, helping connect supporters to the mission and impact of public media.

Prior to joining PBS, Michael served as Senior Manager of Donor Stewardship at Spirit of America, where he built and managed a comprehensive stewardship program, developed donor engagement strategies, and created experiences for donors and prospects at all levels. He previously served as Assistant Director of Development at George Mason University’s College of Education and Human Development and held several development and foundation leadership roles at the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Research and Education Foundation.

Through his career, Michael has focused on donor relations, stewardship, fundraising communications, events, donor operations, and strategies that deepen engagement and inspire philanthropic support.

Michael has a bachelor’s degree in Communication Science and Disorders from Longwood University.