Kids’ Scholarship Fund (KSF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Shelly Walsh as its new Enrollment and Alumni Program Manager, effective September 1, 2025.
This newly expanded role builds upon the former Scholarship Program Manager position to encompass two critical areas of focus: managing student enrollment processes and strengthening school partnerships, while also launching a robust alumni engagement program to support the long-term success of KSF Scholars through high school, college, and beyond.
“The Enrollment and Alumni Program Manager position is critical to our mission because it not only ensures that students and families have access to a seamless application and enrollment process, but also establishes a foundation for alumni engagement,” said Nicole Talmadge, Executive Director of Kids’ Scholarship Fund. “Shelly brings extraordinary experience in relationship-building, strategic program management, and stakeholder engagement. We are thrilled to welcome her to our team.”
Walsh shared, “I’m honored to join an organization making such a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families across Connecticut. I am eager to support families as they navigate the scholarship application process, collaborate with our partner schools to ensure the best opportunities for KSF Scholars, and help build an alumni network that celebrates and strengthens the lifelong success of our students.” 
With more than 20 years of experience across education, healthcare, technology, and the nonprofit sector, Walsh brings a proven track record of advancing programs, fostering partnerships, and aligning organizational goals with the needs of stakeholders. Her career path includes early admissions roles in higher education, managing 100+ client accounts at Formstack, cultivating hospital partnerships at Abbott, and leading sales and engagement initiatives in the pharmaceutical industry. Known for her collaborative and consultative leadership style, she excels at developing lasting relationships and delivering sustainable, mission-driven impact.
“Shelly has been seeking a professional path where her passion for education, access, and equity can truly thrive,” Talmadge added. “We are incredibly fortunate that she has found that mission-driven home here at Kids’ Scholarship Fund.”
For more information about Kids’ Scholarship Fund, including how to support our work and how to apply for scholarships, visit www.ksfct.org.
About Kids’ Scholarship Fund
Kids’ Scholarship Fund (KSF) empowers Connecticut children from low-income families to reach their full potential by providing equal access to a high-quality, foundational K–8 education through need-based scholarships. These scholarships enable families to choose schools that best meet the learning needs and abilities of their children.
Founded in 1995 as the Children’s Educational Opportunity Foundation of CT, KSF is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized for excellence in accountability and transparency. KSF has earned a four-star Charity Navigator rating, a Candid Gold Seal of Transparency, and a top-rated designation from Great Nonprofits. Independent auditors’ reports and IRS Form 990 financial statements are available at https://www.ksfct.org/about-us/annual-reports-and-financial-statements.