Nord Family Foundation

February 15, 2019
The Nord Family Foundation is a successor to a charitable trust established in 1952 by the entrepreneur and industrialist W.G. Nord. Mr. Nord and his family believed that it was both responsible and prudent for a business to invest in the community it served, and formed a private foundation to be consistent in that investment even as the business reflected Read More

Nicholas Salter

February 15, 2019
Nick Salter is the founder and principal of Progressive Philanthropy Group where he serves as a strategist and advisor to established philanthropists and emerging donors passionate about progressive issues and social impact in the U.S. Nick brings 15+ years of experience leading and fighting for progressive social change. His background blends philanthropy, political and community organizing, policy-making, and strategic partnerships. Read More

Nat Chioke Williams

February 15, 2019
As Executive Director, Nat Chioke Williams leads the Hill-Snowdon Foundation in its philanthropic and programmatic work, operations and partnerships within the community. Nat manages HSF’s Youth Organizing and Fund for DC programs. He is also responsible for developing learning and leveraging opportunities in these program areas. Back in 2015, Nat took the lead on the Foundation’s newly launched Making Black Lives Matter Initiative Read More

Nathan Cummings Foundation

February 15, 2019
The Nathan Cummings Foundation is rooted in the Jewish tradition and committed to democratic values and social justice, including fairness, diversity, and community. Read More

Morgan Bishop Fraser

February 15, 2019
Morgan Bishop Fraser joined the Arizona Community Foundation 2013 as philanthropic services coordinator, and and then led its work with supporting organizations. Now, she directs the Pakis Center for Business Philanthropy. She previously owned a bakery and was a program officer with the Legacy Endowment Community Foundation. Read More

Michael Rion

February 15, 2019
Michael Rion, Ph.D is a Founder and recently retired as Principal of Resources for Ethics and Management. Prior to founding Resources for Ethics and Management, for four years Dr. Rion served as the Director of Corporate Responsibility at Cummins Engine Company where he served on issues of responsible management. He also served as President of Hartford Seminary, an innovative interdenominational center, for Read More

Miki Kashtan

February 15, 2019
Dr. Miki Kashtan, Lead Collaboration Consultant at the Center for Efficient Collaboration, has successfully coached families, groups, and organizations to overcome seemingly impassable differences. Miki draws on over 20 years of experience as a facilitator and consultant working with businesses, nonprofits, government bodies, and community groups. In 2004 she created the CEC’s collaborative decision-making tool, Convergent Facilitation, and she has Read More

Minnesota Council on Foundations

February 15, 2019
The Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF) expands and strengthens a vibrant community of diverse grantmakers who individually and collectively advance the common good. MCF members represent three-quarters of all grantmaking in the state, awarding more than $1 billion annually. Read More

Merck Family Fund

February 15, 2019
The Merck Family Fund seeks to restore and protect the natural environment and ensure a healthy planet for generations to come and to strengthen the social fabric and the physical landscape of the urban community. Read More

Michael Brunker

February 15, 2019
Michael Brunker serves as the Executive Director of the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA. Michael was born as raised in Detroit, but moved to San Diego to pursue an assistant basketball coach position at San Diego State in 1980. Prior to joining the YMCA, Michael founded the San Diego Regional Police Athletic League, now known as STAR/PAL. Michael received his B.A Read More