Making a difference in the lives of people at the Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment at the University of Missouri

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Video series: Fire safety

Video series: Fire safety

In this episode of the Thompson Center's safety series,…

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All about ABA therapy

All about ABA therapy

The autism field uses a lot of acronyms, and…

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Video: Mizzou Greek Week raises $25,000

Video: Mizzou Greek Week raises $25,000

Last month, Mizzou Greek Week hosted an incredible sensory-friendly…

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Video: Give STL Day raises $18,000+
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Video: Give STL Day raises $18,000+

Thank you so much to all our generous supporters…

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Car show raises $15,000
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Car show raises $15,000

Wow - what a turnout on Saturday, April 29…

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World Autism Month celebrated with a carnival and Mizzou Baseball

World Autism Month celebrated with a carnival and Mizzou Baseball

Saturday was a day of fun for families from…

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Dr. Stephen Sheinkopf featured in NextGen Discovery Series

Dr. Stephen Sheinkopf featured in NextGen Discovery Series

The Thompson Center's Executive Director, Dr. Stephen Sheinkopf, presented…

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Myles Hinkel

Executive Director

Myles Hinkel began as Executive Director in June 2020. Myles leads the foundation’s three-pillar mission; fundraising, awareness, and advancing public policy. Prior to this, Myles was Director of Advancement for Gift Planning & Regional covering the West Coast for The University of Missouri. This was Myles’ second time with MU Advancement. He previously worked in the College of Arts & Science before taking advancement positions at Columbia College and the Missouri United Methodist Foundation. Myles, his wife Lora, and their two boys have been involved in the Thompson Center and the Thompson Foundation since their inceptions.

Katie Lynn

Director of Donor Relations

Katie Lynn oversees donor stewardship and marketing for the Thompson Foundation for Autism & Neurodevelopment. Prior to joining the Thompson Foundation in 2020, she worked for Major League Baseball’s nonprofit, the Baseball Assistance Team. Originally from Quincy, Illinois, Katie is a graduate of Tulane University and has lived in Louisiana, Florida, New York, and now Missouri. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, singing, and playing violin.

Melissa Eston

Office Manager

Melissa Eston began her role as Office Manager in August of 2022. In her role, Melissa receives and processes donations, assists in event planning, and manages accounts receivable and payable. Melissa most recently worked in Healthcare Advancement at the University of Missouri. Prior to that, she worked as a Senior Strategic Communications associate in University Relations at the University of Missouri System. Her first experience working with non-profits was at Columbia College, where she served as a Coordinator for the Advancement division. Melissa is a Columbia College graduate with a BA in History. She lives with her husband, Chris, in Columbia. Melissa’s favorite part of working at the Thompson Foundation is seeing the tangible, positive impact its advocacy work has on the Thompson Center and the families it serves.

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