National Grid Foundation’s Board Member Moment Calvin Corriders

NGF: How did you first become interested with National Grid Foundation?

My good friend Melanie Littlejohn reached out to me and spoke about all of the great work the Foundation does. She also mentioned what a great group of people that are part of the board, the executive team and staff and that I could be a part of an organization that could use my skill sets and is helping transform the community. How do you say no to that?

NGF: Which Committees do you serve?

The Governing Board, Investment Committee and Audit Committee

NGF: Where do your strengths fit in with the board?

My 40 years of banking/financial services experience complements the other experience my colleagues on the board has.

NGF: You have been on the board for almost a year, what makes you most proud about the Foundation?

I am proud of the impact the Foundation has in the communities where we live, work and play. The grant awards have allowed the not-for-profit community to continue to offer impactful and transformation services to their constituents.

NGF: What program example most brings to life the mission of the Foundation?

That’s a very difficult question because all of the programs are so important. So if I am pressed to answer, I will speak about On Point for College as I am very aware of their importance in the community and the impact that they have. Since 1999, On Point has helped more than 11,000 first-generation youth to get to college, stay there, and succeed afterwards.

NGF: What is your vision for the future of giving?

My vision is that we will continue to coalesce with all of our business partners to ensure the resources are used in an efficient and effective manner that will continue to add value to our grantees and the communities that they serve.

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