Marilyn Peller Nelson
Director of Stewardship and Development
Marilyn Peller Nelson joined St. Bart’s as the Director of Stewardship and Development in October 2023. Marilyn has been involved in the philanthropic world for the past 37 years, most especially in Catholic philanthropy. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in Catholic education and most recently has served as the Executive Director of the Walker Methodist Foundation. Prior to Walker, she spent 10 years at CommonBond Communities serving in resource development, and over 15 years in fundraising and development roles at Benilde-St. Margaret’s. Marilyn was raised Catholic and has a Catholic education, including receiving her B.A. from the College of St. Benedict. Her two adult sons were also educated in Catholic schools.
She is really excited to connect back to her roots and raise opportunities for the mission of St Bartholomew Catholic Church and School.