Kim Hughes joined the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut in February 2026 as Senior Communications Officer.

Having previously served as Director of the James Merrill House in Stonington, Kim brings experience in nonprofit leadership, communications, and storytelling. She is also a writer and content strategist and previously wrote for Mystic Neighbors magazine, highlighting local stories and community voices across Southeastern Connecticut.

Earlier in her career, Kim spent more than a decade as a Speech-Language Pathologist in educational and healthcare settings, where she built a strong foundation in communication and advocacy that continues to inform her work.

Kim holds a bachelor’s degree from Emerson College and a master’s degree from Texas Woman’s University.