Dawn Kwan

Dawn Kwan is an experienced professional in the nonprofit and philanthropic sector, currently serving as Senior Advisor at Tides Collective since June 2020. With a focus on social justice and shared prosperity, Tides facilitates philanthropic partnerships and impact solutions. Previously, Dawn worked as Program Director at Team4Tech, leading 22 service-learning projects that enhanced education through technology for underserved learners. Other notable roles include Regional Program Manager for South East Asia at Vittana Foundation, where Dawn specialized in microfinance loans for students, and a Technical Assistance Microfinance Consultant at PlaNet Finance. Dawn's career began with leadership positions at GuideStar and Philanthropedia, contributing to innovative methods in nonprofit effectiveness and donor engagement. Dawn holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Stanford University.