Congratulations, Danielle

Danielle R. Brown, CPA, is now vice president and chief financial officer at Grand Rapids Community Foundation. During her four years here, she served as director of finance, then as interim vice president and chief financial officer.

I am honored and excited to serve the Community Foundation and our whole community. “The responsibility of stewarding our communities’ resources is personal to me. I am committed to continuing the work of growing our assets so that we can address the needs of West Michigan, not just today, but for generations to come.

-Danielle R. Brown

As vice president and CFO, Danielle serves on the Community Foundation’s senior leadership team. She leads financial strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting and analysis. She also manages accounting procedures, investments, human resources, information systems and facilities.

“Danielle has been an exceptional steward of our financial resources and a trusted strategic leader,” said LaSandra Gaddy, president and CEO. “She is deeply respected by our team, board and community partners for her integrity, professionalism and commitment. We are confident her leadership will strengthen our impact in the years ahead.”

Danielle began her career in public accounting at Plante Moran before holding positions with Pilgrim Manor, Family Christian Stores and Rhoades McKee. She serves our community at Messiah Baptist Church of Grand Rapids, through the Grand Rapids chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and as a board member of Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids.