Paynesville, MN – The Paynesville Area Community Foundation (PACF), in partnership with CommunityGiving, is pleased to announce that Amanda Raisanen has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the PACF.
“I’m honored to step into the role of Executive Director for the Paynesville Area Community Foundation. It is an incredible privilege to build upon the strong foundation laid by the organization, our dedicated community members, generous donors, and committed board of directors,” shared Amanda Raisanen. “As Executive Director, my aspiration is to honor this rich legacy while also evolving with the ever-changing needs of Paynesville and the surrounding communities. I am passionate about creating space for every voice to be heard and ensuring our works reflects the hopes and needs of the community we serve.”
Amanda holds an MBA from Western Governors University, earned in the spring of 2020, and brings a strong background in nonprofit leadership. In her prior role as Executive Director of the McLeod Alliance, a Domestic Violence Advocacy Program, Amanda led efforts to support and empower victims and survivors throughout McLeod County.
Sheriff Ahmed, Board Chair of PACF, expressed his enthusiasm: “We are excited to welcome Amanda as the new Executive Director of the Paynesville Area Community Foundation. Amanda brings both heart and experience to this role, aligning perfectly with PACF’s mission. We look forward to all that lies ahead as PACF continues to evolve, with Amanda at the helm, to serve our growing community.”
Steve Joul, President & CEO of CommunityGiving, added: “When you talk with Amanda about her vision for the future, one thing becomes clear: she’s here to make a difference. With a passion for fostering generosity and community, Amanda is stepping into her new role as Executive Director with both heart and purpose. We can’t wait to see where her leadership takes the PACF next.”
The Paynesville Area Community Foundation (PACF) attracts and administers charitable funds for the benefit of the local community. Since 2008, PACF has grown to over $7.3 million in assets and awarded over $1.2 million in grants to the community. The PACF is governed by a local board and is a partner foundation of CommunityGiving, a network of community foundations united to create efficiencies that maximize the impact of donors. Collectively, CommunityGiving administers over 1,200 funds totaling nearly $240 million in assets. Learn more at CommunityGiving.org/Paynesville.
