Genise T. Singleton brings over 25 years of experience in philanthropy and serves as the director of grants management at The Kresge Foundation. In this role, she oversees daily operations, streamlines internal processes, ensures compliance, manages data systems, and provides principled support for grantmaking and social investments. Known for her holistic leadership style, Singleton is committed to cultivating her team as world-class leaders in grants management.
A passionate champion for diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ), Singleton is dedicated to advancing DEIJ principles within the grants management space. She is equally committed to leveraging data to drive meaningful impact and innovation across the nonprofit sector. Singleton actively participates in philanthropic affinity groups that foster excellence and forward-thinking approaches to grantmaking.
A proud Detroit native, Singleton earned her bachelor’s degree from Marygrove College and has served on its alumni board as well as on the boards of several nonprofit organizations.
Term expires in 2028.
