LaVita Gunby

LaVita Gunby joined Advancement Project National Office in 2020 as our Development Associate. In her role, LaVita manages our database, as well as support strategic fundraising efforts. A Washington, DC, native, LaVita attended school in Northern Virginia, where she studied IT, business and marketing. Prior to joining Advancement Project National Office, LaVita worked as a Communications and Development Database Coordinator where she streamlined communications processes and strategy, while maximizing data entry, reporting, and donor management. As a result of experiencing first-hand the unfortunate ramifications of racial injustice in various communities and environments throughout her life, LaVita is committed to advancing the needs for underserved and under-resourced communities, as well as inspire greatness in those same demographics beyond any limiting circumstances. LaVita is a foodie who loves sweets, and writes poetry in her free time.