Vanessa Kirsch
2024 ALI Fellow

Vanessa Kirsch brings to ALI experience in social entrepreneurship. Vanessa founded New Profit, a venture philanthropy fund, setting a bold vision to shape the future of philanthropy and catalyze new generations of social entrepreneurs—backing 200+ leaders advancing education, economic mobility, and democracy in America. She recently transitioned from CEO to Founder-in-Residence and board member. Previously, Vanessa launched Public Allies, a national youth leadership and service organization.

Vanessa serves on the board of advisors of Tisch College of Civic Life and is a member of MIT Media Lab’s Director’s Circle. She is also a board member for Beloved Community Center and Liberation Ventures, organizations focused on racial truth, justice, and reconciliation.