Pamela J. Moore
Executive Director
Native Detroiter Pamela Moore became the DFA’s new Executive Director in February, 2026. Pamela has over 15 years leading and consulting Detroit-based nonprofits. Most recently, she served as Partner at the Vella Strategic and Philanthropic Group, consulting local nonprofits in the areas of strategic planning, organizational and board development, fundraising, marketing, and communications.
Formerly President and CEO of the Detroit Public Schools Foundation, the fundraising arm of the largest public district in the state of Michigan, she managed philanthropic fundraising operations to procure $24MM for laptops and technology during the COVID shutdown. Her public service includes various appointed Mayoral positions. Her most proud accomplishment was transitioning the troubled Department of Workforce Development to a high-performing 501(c)(3) public workforce agency and becoming the Founding President and CEO of Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation. Her work was recognized by the Obama Administration.
Pamela is a proud Detroit Public Schools alumna, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, and an MBA from Wayne State University.