Kristen J. Molyneaux, PhD, serves as the Vice President of Program Strategy & Learning at Lever for Change, where she plays a pivotal role in reshaping the landscape of philanthropy. As a founding member of this innovative grant facilitator, Kristen is dedicated to amplifying social...
Kristen J. Molyneaux, PhD, serves as the Vice President of Program Strategy & Learning at Lever for Change, where she plays a pivotal role in reshaping the landscape of philanthropy. As a founding member of this innovative grant facilitator, Kristen is dedicated to amplifying social impact by connecting visionary donors with extraordinary causes and creative thinkers committed to solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Under her leadership, the Awards Management and Social Impact teams have successfully navigated a paradigm shift in philanthropic funding, resulting in an impressive $1 billion in funding within just three years.
Kristen’s expertise in grant writing, intercultural communication, and educational leadership positions her uniquely to manage custom challenges for philanthropists, ensuring that each initiative is tailored to maximize impact. Her strategic oversight encompasses the design and implementation of programs that not only attract funding but also foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders. By leveraging her skills in community outreach and policy development, Kristen has enhanced Lever for Change’s ability to facilitate meaningful partnerships that drive systemic change.
In her current role, she is particularly focused on developing innovative learning frameworks that empower organizations to effectively measure and communicate their social impact. This commitment to transparency and accountability is central to Lever for Change’s mission, as it seeks to redefine how philanthropy operates in an increasingly complex world. Through her dynamic leadership and unwavering passion for social equity, Kristen continues to inspire a new generation of philanthropic leaders to think creatively and act boldly in pursuit of transformative solutions.
