On behalf of the Basic Needs Giving Partnership board, I’m excited to announce Adam O’Doherty as our new executive director!
Adam’s lived experience, strategic vision, and deep commitment to equity make him uniquely suited to lead the Basic Needs Giving Partnership into its next chapter. His proven ability to build partnerships and drive systemic change will be key in deepening our impact across the region.
He brings a track record of transformative leadership, deep personal conviction, and bold vision for impact. A seasoned nonprofit executive and systems thinker, he has served as a founding CEO and recognized leader across multiple sectors, from public education to United Way organizations.
His leadership is consistently defined by advancing equity, building cross-sector partnerships, and scaling sustainable community solutions—values that align seamlessly with Basic Needs Giving Partnership’s mission.
Adam will be joining the team on June 23rd. You can read more about his background here.
Please join us in welcoming him to the Partnership!
Dawn Ruchala
Board Chair, Basic Needs Giving Partnership
Senior Manager, U.S. Venture Open
I am attracted to this position for its leadership in uniting nonprofits to tackle local challenges. Collaboration to scale impact excites me, as does the mission of the Basic Needs Giving Partnership. The organization is well-positioned to lead efforts to end poverty in Northeast Wisconsin.”
– Adam O’Doherty