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The Value of SECF

The South’s premier philanthropic network for nearly 50 years, SECF delivers unprecedented value to over 340 members in 11 states. The benefits of membership include:

NETWORK & CONNECT

A vibrant, experienced and strong member network possessing a deep understanding of the American South and a commitment to its people and communities.

DEVELOP LEADERS

Professional development opportunities at all career stages, including the Hull Fellows Program – the region’s top program for rising leaders in philanthropy.

PROMOTE & DEFEND

A collective voice that vigorously promotes and defends philanthropy in the halls of state capitols and Congress, while empowering grantmaker advocacy.

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

In-person and virtual events that keep you current on the latest trends, emerging best and next practices and opportunities for collaboration.

STAFF LEADERSHIP

An exceptionally responsive, thoughtful and knowledgeable staff devoted to working with grantmakers in pursuit of higher performance and better outcomes.

AND MUCH MORE!

Learn more about the value of SECF and why hundreds of foundations consider us their "philanthropic family."

Leadership & Staff

Janine Lee

President & CEO

Jaci Bertrand

Vice President of Member Engagement

Kevin Brittelle

Manager of Creative Design & Multimedia Projects

Dena Chadwick

Chief Operating Officer

Dawaon Edwards

Senior Administrative Assistant/Office Manager

Tiffany Friesen

Vice President of Programs & Partnerships

David Miller

Director of Marketing & Communications

Stephen Sherman

Director of Research & Data

S.E. Spencer

Programs & Partnerships Associate

Testimonials

Tamika WilliamsThe Duke Endowment

SECF is rich with resources… It really helps you to understand where foundation work currently is and where it may be going in the future.

Mark ConstantineRichmond Memorial Health Foundation

We have people who every day wake up and think about the changing nature of this region and what the possibilities are.

Bob FocklerCommunity Foundation of Greater Memphis

There is simply no other forum in the region to meaningfully address the issues that are critical to our work.
Cabot PyleDugas/Turner Family Foundations

Every time we intersect with SECF we come away with a meaningful idea we need to apply to our work.

Yvonne WhitakerNCR Foundation

SECF offers very strong educational and networking events – I always leave an event with thought-provoking information, which makes me a stronger corporate funder.

Atiba MbiwanThe Zeist Foundation

I have been inspired, challenged, humbled and shaped by my SECF member experience to be a better agent of philanthropy.