Claire Fedele is the Founder and Executive Director of Shade. She was called by God to move to Tanzania in 2014 to serve vulnerable children and expand educational and spiritual opportunities for those with albinism and other needs.
Since founding Shade, Claire has been passionately dedicated to building an organization that combines academic excellence, spiritual formation, and care for the most vulnerable children. Her vision and leadership have guided Shade’s growth, and she continues to inspire staff, volunteers, and donors to pursue the mission faithfully.
Claire lives in Oak Harbor, Washington, with her husband, Mike. She also enjoys traveling throughout the U.S sharing with churches and partners about the work God is doing through Shade. Claire spends 3-4 months of the year in Tanzania, offering guidance, leadership, and spiritual direction to the Tanzanian staff.