Steering Committee

The Charitable Giving Coalition is led by a 8-member Steering Committee. The committee consists of representatives from coalition members with a focus on ensuring diverse representation. The steering committee is responsible for:

  • Developing coalition strategy and communicating strategy with the broader coalition
  • Serving as key liaisons with Hill offices on coalition priorities
  • Ensuring the sustainability of the coalition
  • Maintaining the coalition membership list and recruiting new members

The 2024-2025 Steering Committee members are:

Matthew L. Evans

United Philanthropy Forum

Brian Flahaven

Council for Advancement and Support of Education (Chair)

Ben Kershaw

Independent Sector

Mark Micali

The Nonprofit Alliance

Sally Schaeffer

Consultant, Association of Fundraising Professionals

Tooshar Swain

Americans for the Arts

Christina McWilson Thomas

American Red Cross

Brian Walsh

Faith & Giving