Delesa Morris, M.S., CFRE® is the President for Tidewell Foundation. She joined the team in July 2022 bringing more than 20 years of experience in philanthropy, community relations, strategic planning, communication, and non-profit management.

Her career experience includes serving as the Executive Director of Philanthropy for Cleveland Clinic Martin Health System, Assistant Vice President at Palm Beach Atlantic University and Director of Development, College of Medicine, University of Cincinnati.

Delesa holds the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential and earned her M.S. degree in Organizational Leadership and a B.S. degree in Business Administration from Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Delesa is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Association of Healthcare Philanthropy and Charitable Gift Planners of Southwest Florida. Her passion is igniting joy through philanthropy.

Lisa spent many years in the Washington D.C. area where she served as a catering sales manager for private clubs. Most recently, she served as a Group Billing Specialist at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. Lisa is very active with the Daughters of the American Revolution and is passionate about philanthropy and helping those in need. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management from The Pennsylvania State University.

Rebecca earned her bachelor’s degree in social science from Kansas State University.

Rebecca is a seasoned and highly accomplished event, public relations, and fundraising professional with over 32 years of experience working with non-profits. Before joining the Foundation team, she served for several years as CEO for Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy and Regional Director for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Rebecca possesses extensive knowledge in donor cultivation, annual campaigns, special events, stewardship, volunteer, and philanthropic support. Additionally, she is a certified middle school teacher in all subject areas—formerly a teacher in Sarasota County. Rebecca has served on numerous boards of directors and committees, offering her expertise to guide nonprofits, and proudly supporting her community.

As a proud Sarasota resident since 1993, Rebecca is deeply invested in her community. She cherishes spending quality time with her two wonderful children, Ryan, and Elizabeth, as well as her family and friends. An animal lover, she enjoys the company of her rescue animals. On weekends, Rebecca remains active by attending equine shows with her daughter, showcasing her dedication to supporting her children’s passions and interests.

Passionate about healthcare access and equity, Samantha gravitated toward Tidewell Hospice’s mission to provide Full Life Care for all. Working as a Community Partnership Specialist, she helped to break down the barriers to care within her local community. Her passion for her local community and the services provided by Tidewell naturally led her to the Tidewell Foundation. In her current role, Samantha helps ensure that hospice care is available for all who need it through donor support to the Foundation. Samantha graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and a certificate in Medical Anthropology. Like a true Gator, she returned to UF and, in 2024, received her MBA.

Nicole brings more than 10 years of non-profit experience to Tidewell Foundation specializing in both health and human services. Most recently, she served as the Development and Donor Relations Manager for JFCS of the Suncoast. Prior to that, she held the position of Director of Development for Mental Health America of Dutchess County and the Assistant Director for Planned Parenthood MHV, located in upstate New York.

Nicole possesses a deep appreciation for how the nonprofit sector seeks to improve the quality of life within a community. Every day she strives to make the world a better place.

Megan joined the Tidewell Foundation team in March 2022, as a Senior Philanthropy Advisor. She has worked in the Sarasota nonprofit community for over 10 years, helping to advance missions she cares deeply about. Megan graduated from the University of South Florida with her Bachelors in Psychology and Florida Atlantic University with her Masters in Nonprofit Management. She received her Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential in 2018. Outside of work, Megan enjoys visiting local parks, spending time with her two cats, Millie and Eliza, and traveling around the world.

Lorraine loves to grant wishes. She oversees and manages the Foundation’s overall day-to-day management, organization, and coordination of the administrative activities and procedures. She is responsible for managing programs that advance Tidewell’s mission such as the Tidewell Wishes and Humanitarian Funds. She joined Tidewell in November 2016 as the Philanthropy Executive Assistant where she answered the needs of the team every day. Several years after graduating from St. John Fisher College in Rochester NY, she and her husband relocated to Venice FL where they have lived for over 20 years. Lorraine has 2 adult children; a daughter who is a 3rd grade teacher in Tampa and son, who is attends the University of North Florida in Jacksonville.

Jasmine recently transitioned to the role of Data Manager at the Tidewell Foundation, building on her experience as a Philanthropy Associate at Tidewell Foundation and over three years of clinical work with Tidewell Hospice. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy and previously served Tidewell patients in Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte counties. Jasmine is a member of both the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) and the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA). Through collaboration with the Tidewell Foundation team on various events, she has cultivated a passion for philanthropy. In her new position, Jasmine is excited to leverage her skills and commitment to enhance the organization’s mission of brightening the lives of those served by Tidewell Hospice and its affiliated companies.

Larry joined Tidewell in June 2014. He is responsible for assisting in database development, report generation and the receipt and acknowledgement of charitable contributions. He is also responsible for data imports and data entry. He is also responsible for data imports, data entry and coordinating donor appreciation calls by Tidewell volunteers. Larry has more than 25 years of experience developing income tax preparation software with Arthur Andersen & Co. and Jackson Hewitt. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of South Florida and has completed additional training in accounting and taxation.

Jennifer has worked in the non-profit sector for two decades and in the creative field for more than 35 years. Prior to joining the Tidewell Foundation team in January of 2022, Jennifer was an Art Director at AAA The Auto Club Group in Tampa, and the Marketing & Communications Specialist at The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Jennifer has a Bachelor Degree in Communication Arts & Sciences from Michigan State University, has won several industry awards, and has twice juried the Folio International Eddie & Ozzie Awards. When she is not busying herself with creative projects, she is recreating on either land, sea (or both) with family and friends, including her two sons, rescue dog Bauer and two lovingly adopted kitties.