Bindu Balan

Bindu Balan currently serves as the Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) at Grand Street Settlement since February 2024. Previously, Bindu held key roles at The Fresh Air Fund, including Director of Development, overseeing major gifts and foundation giving, and Deputy Director of Development, where responsibilities included managing a portfolio of individual donors and securing foundation grants. Bindu also participated in the Coro Leadership New York program, enhancing leadership skills and civic knowledge. Additional experience includes serving as Development and Communications Director at Girls Educational & Mentoring Services, Development Manager at Jumpstart, Development/Operations Director at New Community for Children, and Director of Operations at Washington Legal Foundation. Bindu's educational background is from Liberty University.