Pedro P. Govantes

Pedro P. Govantes is an experienced fundraising professional with a strong background in higher education and planned giving. Currently serving as the Vice President of Development, Individual Giving at KIPP Foundation since September 2025, Pedro previously held significant roles at New York University, where responsibilities included leading a team of fundraisers and collaborating with academic Deans on fundraising initiatives. Pedro's earlier positions include Senior Director of Development at the University of Michigan, Director of Development at Villanova University, and Minister roles at various churches, where efforts focused on community engagement and major gift fundraising. Educational achievements encompass advanced degrees from New York University, Villanova University, Princeton Theological Seminary, and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, culminating in a solid foundation in strategic management and theology.