Ariel Carter

Ariel Carter brings extensive experience in grants management and organizational leadership, currently serving as Manager of Grants and Interim Director of Grants at Tides since August 2022, where responsibilities include directing the lifecycle of over 5,000 grants exceeding $500 million annually while ensuring compliance with philanthropic regulations. Previous roles include Grants Management Specialist at the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, where Ariel oversaw $14 million in federal grants and improved compliance operations, and Grants Administrator at Humana, where a $15 million grant portfolio was designed. Additional entrepreneurial experience includes founding DC Soccer Sessions and Ariel Bright Fitness, both focused on community engagement and wellness. Ariel's educational background includes a Master's degree in Development Studies from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and a Master's degree in Marketing from the University of the Witwatersrand.