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Esther at Cranbrook Art Museum & Gardens
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About the Writer Esther Amunga is a passionate and uplifting presence in the nonprofit world. As both an Advanced Certified Nonprofit Professional (ACNP) and a Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP), she brings a deep commitment to service and excellence to every space she enters. With a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration and more than two decades of hands-on experience, Esther has honed her expertise in strategic planning, fundraising, grant writing, marketing, and communication—always with an eye toward meaningful, lasting impact. Honored as a Lilly Scholar, an Alford Scholar, a two-time Blackbaud Scholar, and a lifetime member of Nu Lambda Mu, Esther has built her journey on continuous learning and purpose-driven leadership. Her work reflects a simple but powerful truth: challenges are not roadblocks—they are opportunities to grow, to innovate, and to create change that matters. As a warm listener, thoughtful coach, and trusted consultant and trainer, Esther partners with organizations of all sizes to design thoughtful, customized strategies that strengthen both immediate results and long-term sustainability. Her approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a genuine desire to help others thrive. Through her company, Esstaaz Company LLC, Esther leads visionary initiatives such as the Esstaaz African Fashion Accessories Fairtrade Initiative—an effort that empowers women in vulnerable communities across Africa by expanding access, opportunity, and dignity through meaningful work. A creative at heart, Esther is also a published author of two children’s books, with an inspirational book on courage and resilience on the horizon. She also lends her expertise to the Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony, where she serves on the board in a fundraising and outreach advisory role. Guided by her life mantra—“Make Your Life Count for Something Great!”—Esther continues to inspire, uplift, and champion the work of those devoted to making a difference. www.estheramunga.com Esther Amunga, MNA, ACNP, CNP, GradPR Nonprofit and Fundraising Consultant, Coach, Trainer & Speaker Make your life count for something GREAT!
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