What Diana does:

Diana is responsible for the Community Foundation’s leadership, management, strategic planning and development. In her 36 years as president of Grand Rapids Community Foundation, she has actively engaged in efforts to significantly grow the Community Foundation’s resources and she has fearlessly moved forward to address key issues. She is an effective community, statewide and national leader in community problem solving, policy development and advocacy.

What she did before:

A leader with a passion for making a positive impact in every facet of community life, Diana earned a masters of social work degree from Western Michigan University focusing on Policy, Planning and Administration. Diana has been honored with numerous awards, including the following. She was named one of the 100 Most Influential Women in Michigan by Crain’s Detroit in 2016, was inducted into the Michigan Women Forward - Michigan Women's Hall of Fame in 2021, and honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award from Western Michigan University in 2021 and received the 2022 Dr. Russell G. Mawby Award for Philanthropy given by the Council of Michigan Foundations and the Michigan Nonprofit Association.

When Diana’s not working:

Diana loves art fairs and shows and has a wonderful mix of contemporary art displayed both in her home and her office. She entertains frequently and loves her friends! She is involved with both state and national organizations promoting the value of giving back and deeply committed to equity!