Glenda joined ArtsKC in August 2025 to lead fundraising and resource development strategies to support ArtsKC’s program and grantmaking initiatives. Prior to joining ArtsKC in 2025, she served as Cultural Arts Manager for the City of Lee’s Summit where she led the formation of the City’s Cultural Arts Division and established the Public Art Program and the Lee’s Summit Cultural Commission. For over 20 years as a fundraiser and administrator she has dedicated her career to helping arts organizations of all sizes build capacity and impact. A native of Virginia, Glenda began her career with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Virginia Opera Company before moving to Denver to lead fundraising efforts with the Denver Young Artists Orchestra, Opera Colorado and Parker Arts. 

Glenda earned her Bachelors of Music Industry and Violin from James Madison University. She also holds a Masters in Nonprofit Management from Regis University. She is also a graduate of the Governor’s School for the Arts in Norfolk, Virginia. She currently serves as Vice President of the Board for Summit Art in Lee’s Summit. She also serves as Vice President of the Board with the Missouri Association of Community Arts Agencies. 

Email: gmasters@artskc.org