A Note from the President and Vice President of TAG

Dear TAG Members and Partners,

Today, we share bittersweet news about an important transition at the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG). As part of a carefully planned succession process, Chantal Forster, our esteemed Executive Director, has announced that she will be stepping down on December 31, 2023.

Read the press release.

During her nearly six years at TAG, Chantal has been a driving force behind the organization’s growth and success. Under her leadership, TAG has become the leading voice in philanthropy tech, tripling its membership and forging strong partnerships with organizations such as NetHope, NTEN, TechSoup, TechImpact, Resilia, PEAK Grantmaking, Grantbook, GrantAdvisor, Candid, and Trust-Based Philanthropy Project. She has also spearheaded several key initiatives and programs that have had a profound impact on the philanthropy tech community, such as:

• Equity Essentials for Philanthropy Tech
• The State of Philanthropy Tech Survey
• Taskforce on Digital Infrastructure
• The Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI)
• Unique Research on Common Questions in Grant Applications
• Customer Experience in Grantmaking
• Recommendations for Trust-Based Grants Management Systems

While we will miss Chantal’s leadership and contributions, we are confident that TAG is in a strong position for continued success. For the first time in our history, we have a strong and dedicated team with Gozi Egbuonu, Hugo Castro, and Tracie Mooneyham on board. Chantal will continue to serve as Executive Director until December 31, 2023.

The Board of Directors has initiated a search for Chantal’s successor, retaining the firm NPAG. Applicants interested in the role may learn more at npag.com.

We are hosting a public town hall webinar on June 20, 2023, to inform you of our transition plans. During this webinar, we will provide details about the transition timeline, the criteria being used to select our next Executive Director, and our plans to ensure a smooth and successful leadership transition. We will also be answering questions from attendees. We hope you’ll join us.

We want to thank Chantal for her incredible contributions to TAG and the philanthropy tech community. Her dedication to innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity has left an indelible mark on our organization and the programs she has stewarded.

Thank you for your continued support of TAG. We look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead.

Sincerely,