What does it take for community- and faith-based organizations to thrive, not just survive?

Through an interactive discussion, we will explore what fiscal resilience and stability mean for community- and faith-based organizations. We will look at the practical steps leaders can take to achieve it and the powerful effect alignment between finances and mission can have on community impact

David Luckes

David Luckes is concluding a 40-year career working in the civic sector as a nonprofit executive and as an investment advisor serving nonprofit organizations. He also has extensive experience helping individuals, families and businesses make a difference in the world through their charitable giving. He came to St. Louis in 2001 to become the President and CEO of the St. Louis Community Foundation. He currently leads an investment practice serving nonprofits and leading civic organizations within the St. Louis region and across the county.

Ordained in 2023, David serves as a Deacon in the Episcopal Church where he invites, encourages, and walks with the parishioners of St. Francis’ Episcopal Church in Eureka, Missorui as they lean into a shared commitment to serve as Jesus did. David just concluded a 13-year tenure on Eden Theological Seminary’s Board of Trustees.

David’s bachelor’s degree is in Philosophy and his master’s degree is in Business, with a concentration in public and nonprofit management. Both degrees are from Northwestern University, in Evanston, Illinois. David prepared for ministry through the Episcopal School of Ministry, a Diocese of Missouri program that was affiliated with Eden Seminar.