Chris Wiens

Chris Wiens has a diverse work experience. They began their career as an Executive Assistant Intern at CCIL in 2007 and later became a Volunteer Coordinator. In 2010, they worked as a Research and Special Projects Coordinator (Grant Writer) at A Safe Haven Foundation/CCIL. They then joined Albertina Kerr in 2011 as a Grant Writer and eventually progressed to Manager and Director of Foundation and Donor Relations. Chris has been responsible for planning and implementing grant funding strategies, proposal writing, research, and building relationships with foundations.

Chris Wiens attended Loyola University Chicago from 2004 to 2008, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy.