President and Chief Executive Officer

The Pittsburgh Foundation seeks an inspirational, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as its next President & CEO (President) —a rare opportunity to guide one of the nation’s most respected and established community foundations, stewarding approximately $1.7 billion in assets and operating with a $17 million annual budget at a pivotal moment of progress and possibility. The next President will join an institution with substantial momentum, supported by loyal donors, a committed Board, and a talented staff of approximately 70 professionals. The Foundation’s new headquarters at 912 Fort Duquesne Boulevard—a purpose-built convening space that hosted more than 100 gatherings in its first year and was designed to support collaboration, accessibility, and civic dialogue—further strengthens its role as a visible and trusted civic partner.

This role carries full executive responsibility for a complex philanthropic enterprise overseeing nearly 2,800 donor-established funds, managing a predominantly endowment-driven financial structure, and ensuring rigorous legal, fiduciary, and operational stewardship. The Foundation is in the midst of a multi-year modernization of technology, systems, and data infrastructure, positioning the organization to deliver exceptional donor service and high-performing operational capabilities.

The next President will have the opportunity to shape the Foundation’s next strategic direction—drawing on $1.4 billion in lifetime grantmaking, $68 million awarded in 2025, and more than 7,400 annual grants—and set priorities that deepen community impact, strengthen civic leadership, and ensure long-term relevance in a rapidly evolving philanthropic landscape.

Success in this role will require strategic clarity, disciplined execution, and the ability to engage credibly across sectors and communities. The next leader will steward a highly endowment-driven model, balancing long-term stability with approaches that expand flexible, catalytic resources. Deep community insight, strong relationship-building skills, and an appreciation for Pittsburgh’s collaboration-driven civic culture will be essential.

Inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in strict confidence and should be submitted electronically below. 

Rebecca Swartz is leading this search with Tatiana Oberkoetter, Jonathan Sanchez, and Harley Bartles. 

The Pittsburgh Foundation is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We actively welcome and encourage a diverse pool of candidates in this search.