Leadership transition PACER Center is undergoing Executive Director leadership changes in 2026 with Heather Powell appointed as the new leader after the retirement of Tonia Teasley. This presents an opportunity to engage for strategic partnerships, funding governance support, and leadership-aligned initiatives.

Funding scale With annual revenue estimated between 50 and 100 million and a mature program portfolio, PACER Center likely pursues large-scale grants, sponsorships, and multi-year partnerships. Propose enterprise-level sponsorship tiers, grant collaborations, and cause marketing programs.

Bullying prevention PACER’s core focus on bullying prevention and disability navigation suggests high potential for technology-enabled education platforms, outreach campaigns, and training solutions that scale across schools and districts.

Technology stack Active use of Microsoft 365, Azure, Teams, and WordPress indicates readiness for cloud-based collaboration, CRM enhancements, and digital engagement tools. Opportunities exist for secure data integration, donor management, and program delivery solutions.

Engagement channels Existing channels include newsletters, events, and partnerships with national education organizations. There is room to expand digital fundraising, targeted outreach, and co-branded awareness campaigns that leverage their broad network and community impact.