October 10, 2025
Fran Patrick joins CIS as advancement director
Columbia, MO – Local marketing and fundraising professional Fran Patrick joined Columbia Independent School on October 1 as its director of advancement.
Patrick will be responsible for overseeing all fundraising activities for the school, including the Pride Fund annual campaign, capital campaigns and special events. She will also nurture relationships with parents, donors, volunteers, alumni, and the wider Columbia community.
“Fran’s experience in not-for-profit fundraising, marketing, event planning and project management made her an outstanding candidate for such a pivotal role at CIS. Nearly 12% of our annual budget depends on charitable donations,” said CIS Head of School Bridgid Kinney. “I am excited to welcome Fran to the CIS team, and I know our families, donors and volunteers will enjoy working with her to advance the mission of our school.”
Patrick earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Greenwich. She has more than a decade of experience in marketing, communications, fundraising and organizational leadership in the Columbia area.
Columbia Independent School is a college-preparatory school serving more than 470 students age 3 through 12th grade. More information about CIS can be found at www.cislions.org.