Kelsey McCarthy

About Kelsey McCarthy

Philanthropy Executive | Donor Services & Strategic Giving | Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®)As a philanthropy executive and CAP®-certified advisor, I bring over a decade of leadership experience in donor services, strategic giving, and international grantmaking. I currently serve as Vice President of Philanthropic Services at CAF America, where I lead a high-performing team supporting donors in their domestic and international philanthropy. My role is centered on building and executing strategic charitable services, fostering deep donor relationships, and ensuring philanthropic goals are met with expertise, compliance, and innovation.Throughout my career, I have led teams dedicated to advising high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and corporations on effective giving strategies. My expertise spans donor-advised funds (DAFs), international grantmaking, and philanthropic advisory services. I thrive on leading and developing teams, driving operational excellence, and shaping strategies that enhance the donor experience and maximize impact.I am passionate about the future of philanthropy and eager to continue expanding my leadership to drive innovation, strategic growth, and meaningful donor engagement. Whether guiding donors through complex charitable giving strategies or leading teams to deliver exceptional service, my focus remains on advancing philanthropy in ways that create lasting change.Let’s connect if you’d like to discuss philanthropy, donor services, or leadership in charitable giving!

Experience

1. Vice President, Philanthropic Services

   CAF America

   May 2024 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   As Vice President of Philanthropic Services at CAF America, I lead the organization’s donor-facing strategy, ensuring that individuals, corporations, and foundations achieve their philanthropic goals.Key Responsibilities & Impact- Lead and develop a high-performing donor services team of 30+ relationship managers, overseeing 500+ donor accounts and ensuring excellent care and service- Drive strategic growth in donor-advised funds (DAFs) and international grantmaking, enhancing CAF America\'s service offerings and philanthropic impact- Enhance donor engagement and experience by implementing innovative solutions for high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and corporate partners- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and excellence in donor stewardship- Champion team leadership and development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and collaboration- Leverage my Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) credential to provide expert guidance on complex charitable giving strategies.With a deep passion for strategic philanthropy, relationship management, and impact-driven giving, I am committed to expanding CAF America’s reach and ensuring that donors have the best possible tools and support to maximize their charitable contributions.

Education

• University of California, Berkeley

  B.A.

Skills

• Wordpress
• Grant Monitoring
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Excel
• Salesforce
• Leadership
• Fundraising
• Donor Management
• Impact Evaluation
• Public Speaking
• Public Health
• Surveymonkey
• Event Planning
• Data Analysis
• Data Collection
• Community Outreach
• Social Media
• Project Planning
• Teaching
• Research
• Raiser's Edge