JENKINTOWN, PA — The National Philanthropic Trust (NPT), a pivotal entity in global philanthropy, has announced Holly Welch Stubbing as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Effective July 1, 2024, Welch Stubbing will succeed Eileen R. Heisman, who has been at the helm of NPT since 1998 and is set to retire.
Welch Stubbing brings to NPT a wealth of experience from the philanthropic sector, distinguished by her recent role as President and CEO of E4E Relief. Under her leadership, E4E Relief has delivered over $260 million in emergency financial grants across 120 countries since 2020, providing crucial support to individuals facing dire circumstances. Her tenure at Foundation for the Carolinas further showcases her capability in scaling philanthropic efforts, where she was instrumental in growing the organization’s charitable assets substantially.
Linda K. Myers, Board Chair of NPT, praised Welch Stubbing for her strategic insight, leadership prowess, and dedication to advancing philanthropic efforts. “Holly excels at assessing an organization and identifying its future needs to flourish,” Myers noted, highlighting Welch Stubbing’s potential to drive NPT forward.
Welch Stubbing’s appointment follows a comprehensive search led by Russell Reynolds Associates, reflecting the board’s commitment to finding a leader capable of building on Heisman’s legacy. Heisman is lauded for transforming NPT into one of the world’s premier grant-making organizations, a testament to her vision and passion for philanthropy.
With an educational background that includes a Global Executive MBA from Georgetown University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Dayton School of Law, along with numerous accolades recognizing her influence and achievements in philanthropy, Welch Stubbing is poised to guide NPT into a new era of charitable giving.
Her leadership arrives at a critical juncture for philanthropy, as organizations worldwide grapple with evolving challenges and opportunities. Welch Stubbing’s history of innovative solutions and her approach to leadership, grounded in genuine interest in people and impactful service, signal a promising chapter ahead for NPT and its mission to enhance charitable giving globally.
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