As Executive Director, Stephanie Schnider partners with a 23-member board to enhance education in Great Falls Public Schools (GFPS). She oversees donor relations, community engagement, and business operations. Stephanie works closely with educators to understand how the Foundation can effectively support improving teaching and learning in GFPS.

Originally from Great Falls, Stephanie began her career in Denver, CO as a marketing professional. After returning to Great Falls, she worked at Schnider Family Funeral Homes before taking on the position of executive director at Habitat for Humanity. She enjoyed that role for nearly four years before joining the University of Providence where she oversaw volunteer opportunities for students in community agencies.

Stephanie earned her bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of Idaho and her masters in Organizational Leadership from the University of Providence. She enjoys kayaking, backpacking, live music, and travel.