Shanan Kelley is a renowned Emcee and Benefit Auctioneer known for her skillful use of heart-centered humor and thoughtful approach to fundraising strategy. Shanan is the Director of Development for the Kaycee Anseth Legacy Foundation and the Board Vice Chair for Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts. She is a trusted partner for non-profit organizations in the Arts, Education, Community Development, Conservation, and other social initiatives covering the vast spectrum of community life.

As a heart-centered Auctioneer and Emcee with over a decade of hugely successful gigs under my belt, I can represent your event and organization as if I were a full-time member of your team!

My specialty is entertaining and engaging audiences with skillful use of humor, a thoughtful approach to the content, and a passion for maximizing the potential of your event, whether it is a conference, fundraiser, awards ceremony or comedy show. We will work together to create the most memorable event possible, leaving your guests excited and wanting more.

I have a background in philanthropy and understand well the challenges and opportunities non-profits face when fundraising. As a creative consultant, I know how to spend our preparation time wisely, leveraging our valuable resources for the most impactful outcome. I love what I do and it shows. I look forward to speaking with you!

I have been beyond lucky to work with the following individuals and organizations: Habitat for Humanity, Healing Reins, Eugene Ballet, Ophelia’s Place, Square One Villages, MBSEF, Wof Haven International, MBSEF, Peaceful Presence Project, Rotary Clubs of Ashland, Lake Oswego, and Sunriver/La Pine, The Environmental Center, Boys and Girls Clubs, Crooked River Roundup Foundation, Tower Theatre, World Muse, COCC Foundation, Latino Community Association, TEDx, Deschutes Children’s Foundation, Around the Bend Farms, Economic Development of Central Oregon, Native Fish Society, Deschutes River Conservancy, Mountain Star Children’s Relief Nursery, Phillips Brooks Schools, Three Sisters Equine Refuge, Bend LAX, Bend Venture Conference, Working Together Conference, Travel Oregon, Visit Central Oregon, The Governor’s Conference, Oregon Workforce Partnerships, Central Oregon Locavore, Kaycee Anseth Legacy Foundation, Margo Downs, Tony Hawk, Rainn Wilson, Holiday Reinhorn, Susanna Spies, Lululemon, Michele Stacey, and many more.