Ross Wilson

Senior Philanthropy Advisor

Ross manages a portfolio of funds set up by individual, family, and business donors at the Community Foundation. He works with current fund-holders to develop their giving in line with their wishes, as well as engaging new donors. He also promotes grant opportunities, assesses applications, and manages awards from the funds he oversees.

Ross joined the Community Foundation in March 2018, and has held a number of posts here including Programmes Advisor. He has previously worked for The Social Investment Business, awarding Department of Health and Cabinet Office grants, as well as in research funding roles at Newcastle and Durham Universities.