The Foundation for
Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is proud to announce the appointment of Crystal
Brown as its Vice President of Equity Initiatives.
“We could not be
more excited to have Crystal leading our equity initiatives,” said Jennifer
Doyle, president and CEO at TFEC. “Her vision for community-centered
philanthropy and her commitment to ensuring everyone has a seat at the table
align perfectly with our mission to support meaningful, long-lasting impact in central
Pennsylvania.”
Brown brings more
than a decade of experience in human services and nonprofit management,
including leadership roles at Dasher Services Inc. and Brethren Housing
Association. Her passion for housing and community engagement will play a vital
role in advancing TFEC’s mission of creating a better community through
philanthropy.
In her new role,
Brown will focus on deepening TFEC’s commitment to equity both within the
organization and throughout the communities it serves. Drawing on her
background in social work, she aims to evaluate grantmaking and scholarship
processes to ensure resources reach those most in need. She will also build
upon ongoing efforts in community engagement and capacity-building, setting a
strategic direction that centers diverse voices.
“My goal is to
open doors for others and support TFEC as its work is done through an equitable
lens,” said Brown. “I’m looking forward to collaborating with local nonprofits,
donors and community partners so we can all benefit and thrive. This work can
be challenging, but true change comes from embracing the conversations that
help us move forward together.”
Brown’s lived
experience and personal passion for housing have been a key part of her journey
to TFEC. During her time with the Capital Coalition on Homelessness and with
the Brethren Housing Association, she witnessed firsthand how organizations can
effect real, lasting change when they operate from an equity-focused
perspective. She now sees TFEC as uniquely positioned to leverage resources,
convene stakeholders and serve as a catalyst for broad-based community
improvements.
“This is ‘good
trouble’—the necessary work of challenging ourselves and each other to foster
genuine inclusivity and make equity a reality,” Brown continued. “By
continually listening to our community members and addressing obstacles
head-on, we can make a tangible difference that benefits everyone.”
Since its founding
TFEC has strived to serve as a trusted steward of donated assets, manage
permanent funds and empower local nonprofits through grantmaking.
With Brown’s
appointment, TFEC reaffirms its dedication to communities it serves and
ensuring resources are used strategically and responsibly to create a more
equitable future for all.
For more
information about TFEC’s initiatives or to learn how you can get involved,
please visit www.tfec.org or email philanthropy@tfec.org.
