Stacey Vanhoy - Executive Director

Stacey Vanhoy believes #RelationshipsMatter—that trusting, authentic relationships between educators, students, and families are the foundation of all successful learning. She brings over 20 years of experience in education, from co-founding the REAL Schools Initiative to teaching middle school science, to launching Home Visit Partnerships (HVP)—a program that has enabled over 4,000 educators to conduct more than 29,000 home visits across multiple states.
With a proven track record of building meaningful school-family partnerships that drive student success, Stacey is well positioned to help the Nathan Yip Foundation deepen its impact in rural communities. Her work aligns seamlessly with NYF’s mission to support equitable, innovative education—ensuring every initiative is rooted in connection, trust, and a shared commitment to student growth.