Heather Wainwright
About Heather Wainwright
Heather Wainwright Executive Associate
Heather Wainwright serves as an Executive Associate at the Community Foundation. She joined the organization in 2018 as an Administrative Assistant to Community Impact and was promoted to her current role in 2022. In this position, she contributes to the operational and strategic effectiveness of the foundation.
Heather Wainwright Education and Expertise
Heather Wainwright holds a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Minnesota. Additionally, she earned a bachelor's degree in English from Boston College. With a robust educational background, Heather brings a wealth of knowledge to her role at the Community Foundation and draws on her experiences as an undergraduate educator.
Heather Wainwright Background in Education
Before joining the Community Foundation, Heather Wainwright dedicated twenty years to teaching as an undergraduate educator in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Her extensive experience in academia is indicative of her commitment to education and community engagement, skills she continues to utilize in her current role.
Heather Wainwright Hometown and Current Residence
Heather Wainwright is originally from Hamden and continues to reside there. Her deep-rooted connection to her hometown informs her work at the Community Foundation, where local insight and community ties are invaluable.