The Joyce Foundation supports the development of policies that both improve the quality of life for people in the Great Lakes region and serve as models for the rest of the country. We focus on today’s most pressing problems while also informing the public policy decisions critical to creating opportunity and achieving long-term solutions. The work is based on sound research and is focused on where we can add the most value. We encourage innovative and collaborative approaches with a regional focus and the potential for a national reach.

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The Joyce Foundation

The Joyce Foundation's headquarters in Chicago, IL, United States

Prima Soemijantoro Wilson

Kathleen Clarke

Veronica Salter

Ed Miller

The Program Management team at The Joyce Foundation is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives that align with the foundation's mission to enhance quality of life in the Great Lakes region. This team conducts research to identify pressing issues, collaborates with stakeholders to develop policies, and manages grants to support innovative solutions. Through their efforts, they aim to create impactful models that can influence public policy both regionally and nationally.

Program Management

The Leadership Team at the Joyce Foundation provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure the organization's mission is effectively pursued. Comprised of key executives—including the President & CEO, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Investment Officer, and Chief External Affairs Officer—they drive policy initiatives, foster innovative collaborations, and align resources to address pressing regional challenges while aiming for national impact. Their collective expertise ensures that the Foundation's work is informed by research and focused on maximizing its value in improving quality of life in the Great Lakes region.

Leadership Team

The Program Development Team at the Joyce Foundation is responsible for identifying, designing, and implementing strategic initiatives that address pressing social issues in the Great Lakes region. This team collaborates with stakeholders, leveraging research and innovative practices to create impactful policies in areas such as education, journalism, and economic mobility. By fostering partnerships and promoting effective solutions, they aim to enhance the quality of life locally while serving as a model for broader national efforts.

Program Development Team

The Accounting and Finance team at The Joyce Foundation manages the organization's financial health by overseeing budget preparation, financial reporting, and investment strategies. This team ensures compliance with accounting standards while analyzing financial data to inform strategic decision-making. By strategically managing resources, they enable the Foundation to effectively support its mission of improving policies that benefit the Great Lakes region and beyond.

Accounting and Finance

The Communications and Media Team at the Joyce Foundation is responsible for crafting and disseminating impactful narratives that elevate the Foundation’s policy initiatives and research. They engage with various media channels to enhance public awareness and understanding of critical issues facing the Great Lakes region, while leveraging digital tools and data visualization to effectively communicate complex ideas. Through strategic outreach and collaboration, the team aims to foster community engagement and influence public policy discussions, highlighting innovative solutions with national relevance.

The Joyce Foundation

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Program Management

Leadership Team

Program Development Team

Accounting and Finance

Communications and Media Team

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The Joyce Foundation

Org chart

Teams

Program Management

Leadership Team

Program Development Team

Accounting and Finance

Communications and Media Team

Offices

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