Luis Fortes

Luis Fortes is an accomplished fundraising professional with extensive experience in major gifts and individual giving. Currently serving as Major Gifts Officer at Community Servings since September 2022, Luis leads and promotes The Chef’s Table program through various special events. Prior to this role, Luis worked as Senior Individual Giving Officer at Community Catalyst, managing a portfolio of over 150 donors and developing the organization's individual giving strategy. At City Year, Luis advanced from Individual Giving Manager to Senior Manager of Individual Giving, where responsibility included cultivating a $750,000 donor portfolio and directing mid-level giving initiatives. Luis's formative experience includes roles at Crossroads MA, focusing on program development and youth leadership. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of New Hampshire and professional certifications in fundraising and relationship management from Boston University and UC Berkeley.