Joined the Community Foundation in 2023
Sheriann Namer
Director for Philanthropic Services
Why I Joined The Community Foundation
“I joined the Community Foundation because it’s such an incredible organization that directly serves our community where there is need the most. Who wouldn’t want to wake up every day loving what they do? I have found that at the Community Foundation.”
Joined the Community Foundation in 2023
Community connector, relationship Builder and passionate leader.
Sheriann works with the Community Foundation’s scholarship fundholders and families, the philanthropic leaders in our community who understand the importance of being able to make an education more attainable for those who are seeking it.
Before The Community Foundation
Sheriann has worked in higher education for Florida Atlantic University and Nova Southeastern University. She continues to share her knowledge and guidance with those seeking to give back through education and scholarships.
Noteworthy
- Grew up in Broward County and lives in Palm Beach Gardens
- Sheriann loves spending time with her family in Florida, New York and New Jersey, especially with her niece and two nephews
- A correspondent for Eye on South Florida working on annual projects such as Seminole Hardrock Winterfest Boat Parade in Fort Lauderdale and the Sundance Film Festival in Park City
- Instrumental in starting the Academy for Community Inclusion at FAU with a $2 million grant; brought in the largest donor to-date for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with cumulative gifts of approximately $30 million since 2009
- Works with the Community Foundation as an independent contractor
