Who We Are
NY Funders Alliance is an association of grantmakers and philanthropic advisors throughout New York State. We provide and develop opportunities for funders to convene and connect, deliver tools and resources, and engage our members in programming that highlights national, state, and regional thought leaders that focus on issues members care about.
Our Mission
NY Funders Alliance was formed in 2015 for the purpose of supporting and promoting effective philanthropy throughout our region in New York State.
Our Goals
- To provide resources and services for members
- To convene and connect funders for the purpose of learning
- To promote best practices in foundation management and grantmaking
Our Membership
Members are at the heart of NY Funders Alliance. Their varied perspectives, priorities and experiences give our Alliance its vitality. View our full member listing, and discover how to become part of our network today!
Current Membership
Give your organization the additional resources to further its mission.
Our Staff
Great organizations are led by great staff. At NY Funders Alliance, our staff is equipped and knowledgeable to provide support to your organization. Let us help!
Executive Director
Corinne Ribble
Director of Finance & Operations
Sarah Davis
Director, Liftoff
Rachel Bonsignore
Learning and Advocacy Coordinator, Liftoff
Megan Battista
Director, The Nonprofit Support Group
Katie Pieri
Director of Programs, The Nonprofit Support Group
Noah Goodling
Administrative & Communications Associate, Liftoff and The Nonprofit Support Group
Amy Miranti
Our Board
NY Funders Alliance is lucky to have a dedicated Board of Directors made up of leaders from nine member organizations representing each of our regions in New York State.
- President: Matthew Kuhlenbeck, Greater Rochester Health Foundation, Rochester
- Vice President: Tory Irgang, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, Jamestown
- Secretary: Amy Panek, Park Foundation, Ithaca
- Treasurer: Leslie Cheu, Troy Savings Bank Charitable Foundation, Troy
- Simeon Banister, Rochester Area Community Foundation, Rochester
- Maura Dewan, Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, Detroit, MI and Buffalo
- Laura Rossi, Westchester Community Foundation, Hartsdale
- Jonathan Snow, The John Ben Snow Foundation, Manlius
- Barbara J. Zappia Ed. D., Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, New York City