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Philip Fitzgerald
Philip Fitzgerald
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Philip Fitzgerald

Citi Foundation

Washington, DC USA

"I care about the city, I care about young people, I care about the future of this country, so I need to do my part."

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Philip's work combines: Business, Non-Profit Organizations, and Helping People

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Day In The Life

Senior Vice President Community Investing and Development

I work in philanthropy, helping nonprofits scale their impact and create lasting change.

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Day In The Life Of A Senior Vice President Community Investing And Development

My Day to Day

My work is all about making a difference through philanthropy. I collaborate with nonprofits, helping them improve their programs and secure funding to amplify their impact. My work involves meetings, reviewing proposals, and connecting organizations with the resources they need. Whether supporting youth or strengthening organizations, I’m driven by the goal of creating lasting change—ensuring every dollar we grant has the biggest possible impact on people's lives.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    International Area Studies

    Drexel University

  • Graduate Degree

    International Business

    Fox School of Business at Temple University

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Life & Career Milestones

My path in life took a while to figure out

  • 1.

    I grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

  • 2.

    I discovered my passion for nonprofit work during my co-op at Drexel University, where I started teaching English as a second language and GED prep.

  • 3.

    After teaching abroad in Japan and France, I returned home unsure of my next steps, which led me to pursue an MBA at Temple University.

  • 4.

    Despite feeling out of place, I boldly declared I wanted to work in nonprofit finance during my MBA program—and it became a reality.

  • 5.

    I got my first philanthropy role at the Nonprofit Finance Fund, helping childcare centers in Philadelphia improve facilities and programs.

  • 6.

    At the Philadelphia Foundation, I oversaw the grant-making portfolio, supporting a wide range of organizations across youth development, education, and healthcare.

  • 7.

    My current role at Citi Foundation involves national and global philanthropy, where I help nonprofits scale their impact and create lasting change.

  • 8.

    Throughout my career, I've stayed connected to my roots in Philadelphia, continuously working to support the city and its communities, which shaped who I am.

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