Genette Comfort

Genette Comfort has a diverse and extensive work experience in the nonprofit sector. Genette currently holds the position of Senior Vice President of Philanthropy at the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington. In this role, they are responsible for leading the organization's philanthropic efforts.

Prior to their current position, Genette served as the Vice President of Philanthropy at the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington, DC, where they directed the development team's philanthropic work for one of the largest charities in the DC area. Genette'sresponsibilities included overseeing community services and programs in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Genette also worked as the Vice President of National Partnerships at NeighborWorks America. In this role, they developed and implemented strategies to attract financial resources for NeighborWorks America and its network. Genette exceeded the annual fundraising goals and maintained strong relationships with funders and partners.

Before joining NeighborWorks America, Genette served as the Chief Development and Communications Officer at Capital Partners for Education. Genette implemented a fundraising plan to increase annual revenue and enhanced the organization's visibility through special events and donor recognition.

Genette's experience also includes working as a Senior Major Gifts Officer at Tuskegee University, where they solicited major gifts from alumni and corporations and managed capital campaign activities. Genette also served as the Chief Alumni and Development Officer at INROADS, Inc., where they built the infrastructure for a resource development department and engaged alumni through cultivation events and annual giving.

Earlier in their career, Genette worked as the Senior Director of Resource Development at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and in the Treasury Department at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK.

Overall, Genette Comfort's work experience showcases their expertise in fundraising, philanthropy, and building relationships with donors and partners.

Genette Comfort received their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Trinity University in Washington, DC, graduating in 1993. Genette furthered their education by earning a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Administration from Trinity Washington University between 2014 and 2016. Genette also holds a high school diploma from Early County High School. In 2002, they obtained their certification as a Certified Fundraising Manager from Indiana University.