Our Story

Civis invests in a portfolio of innovative civic and creative projects that recognize and uphold responsibility for our shared and interdependent future. Civis believes coalitions and partnerships have the power to drive meaningful societal change. By leveraging the unique strengths of private-sector companies, government programs, and nonprofit organizations, we nurture communities with the capacity to continually advance the common good. 

We pursue our work independently and through partnerships with others who share our mission and values.

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Who We Are

Meet the Civis Leadership Team and Staff

Trustees

  • T. Eric Galloway,
    President & Portfolio Curator

    As President and Portfolio Curator of Civis, T. Eric Galloway operates at the intersection of real estate development, philanthropy, and civic purpose. A graduate of Harvard Law School, Galloway brings executive rigor to the creation of sustainable affordable housing, historic preservation, and community-centered infrastructure. Guided by a conviction that physical, creative, and social assets are fundamental to an interdependent future and fostering civic purpose, he designs and supports cross-sector initiatives that foster equity, culture, and long-term vitality across local, national, and global communities.
     

  • Henry van Ameringen,
    President Emeritus (1930-2020)

Advisory Team

  • Helen Whall
  • Dan Iacovella
  • Dan Kent
  • August Abatecola
  • April Baldwin

Staff

  • David Brescia-Weiler,
    Arts & Letters Coordinator
  • Daniel Osofsky,
    Executive Resources
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