Carver County, MN – The Community Foundation for Carver County (CFCC), in partnership with CommunityGiving, is pleased to announce that Erin Larson has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the CFCC.
“I am honored to take on the role of Executive Director and deepen my connection with this incredible community that means so much to me,” shared Erin Larson. “I look forward to collaborating with community partners and inspiring generosity and philanthropy through the Community Foundation for Carver County.”
Erin brings extensive experience in fund development, marketing, and strategic planning to her new role, along with a proven track record of fostering organizational growth and community engagement. Her previous roles include Fund Development Manager at We Can Ride, marketing leadership at Teach For America, development efforts at Mission Animal Hospital, and research and development for the Orono Foundation for Education.
Donna Stacken, Board Chair of CFCC, expressed her enthusiasm: “We are excited to welcome Erin Larson as the new Executive Director of the Community Foundation for Carver County. Erin’s deep passion for our mission and her wealth of experience will be invaluable as we work to expand our impact in Carver County. We look forward to the Foundation’s bright future under her leadership.”
Steve Joul, President & CEO of CommunityGiving, added: “We’re delighted to see Erin Larson step into her role as Executive Director of the Community Foundation for Carver County. Her dedication to community impact and her vision for fostering generosity align perfectly with the Foundation’s mission. We are confident that under Erin’s leadership, the CFCC will continue to thrive and grow.”
The Community Foundation for Carver County (CFCC) attracts and administers charitable funds for the benefit of the local community. Since 2004, the CFCC has grown to over $1.1 million in assets and awarded over $531,000 in grants to non-profits. The CFCC is governed by a local board of directors and is a partner of CommunityGiving, which is a network of community foundations united under a single framework to create efficiencies that maximize the impact of our donors. Collectively, CommunityGiving administers over 1,200 funds totaling nearly $240 million in assets. Learn more at CommunityGiving.org/CFCC.
