Chris Younkin-Wilson

Chris Younkin-Wilson is an experienced professional in donor relations and development, currently serving as the Director of Database and Donor Relations at PAWS Chicago since September 2023. Previous roles include Director of Development at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club from August 2020 to September 2023, and Manager of Donor Relations at the Chicago Architecture Center from August 2017 to August 2020. Earlier experience includes positions as Development Associate at Housing Families Inc. and Executive Assistant at International Fellowship for Mission as Transformation. Chris began a career in development and research at Wheaton College, where responsibilities included planning symposiums and managing content for program websites. Additionally, Chris has experience in academia, having taught English at L'Universite Chretienne du Nord D'Haiti, where recognition was received for effective use of research. Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Wheaton College, earned in 2012.