Our Staff
Executive Management
Sherrie Armstron
President & Chief Executive Officer
Sherrie Armstrong
President & Chief Executive Officer
Sherrie Armstrong is only the second President and CEO of the Community Foundation for a greater Richmond, which helps to lead and leverage collective action that will further develop a vibrant region where all individuals and families can prosper. Armstrong has dedicated her entire career to philanthropy and the compassionate, long-term work that is required to build stronger, more equitable communities. Prior to joining the Community Foundation in 2015, she enjoyed 26 years in various leadership roles with the United Way at the local and national level. That is where she developed her “why” – a passion for ensuring that all children have opportunities throughout their young lives, so they can achieve their full potential and build strong foundations for their own families.
Under Armstrong’s leadership, the Community Foundation has grown tremendously, in both size and impact. As an innovator, collaborator and changemaker, the Foundation recognizes the potential for real and lasting change is based on cultivating strong relationships with donors and cross-sector partners and aligning efforts to a regional goal of inclusive economic growth and opportunity for all residents.
Armstrong’s commitment to a stronger region extends to her service on several community boards including Grow Capital Jobs, Chamber RVA, The Forum Club, and 757-RVA Partnership. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in public relations from West Virginia University.
In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, live music, and traveling. She remains a faithful fan of her hometown Mountaineers.
Scott Blackwell
Senior Consultant
Scott Blackwell
Senior Consultant
Scott previously served seven years as the Chief Impact Officer, leading the team that manages regional nonprofit relationships and grantmaking. Scott oversaw the development and implementation of our community impact and grantmaking strategies. He collaborated with regional leaders to facilitate community conversations and identify local needs and funding opportunities.
In his current role he is focused on the implementation of the foundation’s strategic plan and its economic mobility focus. Scott also is working with a group of regional leaders to create a regional framework for critical pillars (e.g.: housing, jobs, workforce, health) to serve our residents who have historically been living in poverty. His work fosters valuable partnerships between public and private groups who are interested in creating long-term, sustainable change in our community.
His love for the Richmond community is undeniable and his drive to strengthen partnerships between local organizations continues to fuel our work to better serve our donors and the community.
When Scott is not working, he might be dining at a local restaurant or spending time hiking in the region. Scott loves to travel and is an avid supporter of all things UVA!
- Is a proud graduate of LEAD VA and Leadership Metro Richmond, where he served as Chair of the Board
- Enjoys modern art and old houses
- Likes photographing his travels
Philanthropic Services
Molly Dean Bittner
Chief Philanthropy Officer
Molly Dean Bittner
Chief Philanthropy Officer
Molly has the unique opportunity to work with individuals in our community who want to make a difference. As Chief Philanthropy Officer, Molly spends her time aligning the philanthropic interests of donors with needs in the Greater Richmond region. She has a gift for connecting people while discovering what individuals hope to accomplish through their philanthropy. Molly and her team work tirelessly to build resources for the community so Richmond will continue to be a thriving place to work and live in the decades to come.
When Molly is not working, she is spending time with her family or dining at Southbound, her favorite restaurant. Molly loves her neighborhood in Bon Air and frequents the James River and her local pool. She also serves on the boards of the Estate Planning Council of Richmond and SwimRVA. Molly hails from Pittsburgh, PA (Go Steelers!) and is an All-American swimmer who’s been swimming since she was six.
In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, live music, and traveling. She remains a faithful fan of her hometown Mountaineers.
Amy Singleton
Vice President, Foundation Partnerships
Amy Singleton
Vice President, Foundation Partnerships
Amy joined the Foundation in 2011 and and currently serves as Vice President of Philanthropic Services. In this role, she is jointly responsible for overseeing donor engagement for the Foundation, focusing on family philanthropy and opportunities to develop partnerships between the Community Foundation and donors. Amy works with several of the Foundation’s Supporting Organizations, private foundations and multi-generation families to help them achieve their philanthropic goals. This is accomplished through the establishment of charitable funds and sharing information about community initiatives, nonprofits and ways to support a vibrant Richmond region. Amy most enjoys meeting with donors and partners of the Community Foundation to match their interests and philanthropic goals with needs in the community.
When Amy is not working, her two children, husband and dog keep her busy with multiple activities after work and on the weekends. Amy enjoys tackling home projects inspired by all the HGTV shows she watches, painting and crafting with her artistic daughter and spending time outside hiking at local parks with her son and husband. Outside of the office, she serves on the board of the Virginia Gift Planning Council, is a member of the Estate Planning Council and a volunteer with Northstar Academy.
Sarah Arenstein Levy
Senior Philanthropy Advisor
Sarah Arenstein Levy
Senior Philanthropy Advisor
A key member of our Philanthropic Services team, Sarah works closely with donors and families to achieve their charitable goals. She offers knowledge and guidance to match donors with educational and funding opportunities that align with their interests. She also oversees our work to engage donors and ensure they’re getting the most out of their philanthropy. Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working with donors to the role, along with her talents for helping others enhance their philanthropy and engaging future generations in the power of giving. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Boston University. She is a 21/64 Certified Trainer and expert in multigenerational family philanthropy.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. On weekends, she can be found running with her dog while her husband pushes a double stroller with their two children. She also serves on the Board of Directors of the Weinstein JCC and Richmond Jewish Foundation.
Curtis Shifflett
Director, Philanthropy Operations
Curtis Shifflett
Director, Philanthropy Operations
A key member of our Philanthropic Services team, Curtis regularly meets with current and prospective donors and families to help them achieve their charitable goals. Curtis also stewards donors who’ve decided to create a legacy of philanthropy through estate gifts, and he assists local nonprofits with managing their endowment funds at the Community Foundation. Curtis brings a wealth of experience in the nonprofit and academic sectors to bear in problem solving and enjoys helping donors find their passion.
When he is not working, Curtis and his wife have three awesome children (aren’t they all) and live in Hanover. Aside from the obvious joy one takes in family, Curtis is crazy about coffee, soccer and cars. He’s owned a bunch of cars; if you can guess how many, he just might buy you lunch. Fun Fact: He saw his childhood idol, Pelé, play (and score) on August 6, 1977 at RFK Stadium.
Gregory Gallop, II
Director, Inclusive Philanthropy
Gregory Gallop, II
Director, Inclusive Philanthropy
Greg, as he likes to be called, transitioned to Director, Philanthropic Services after spending seven years on the Community Foundation’s grantmaking team. In his current role, he looks forward to engaging with a diverse set of donors and supporting them in their unique philanthropic endeavors. Greg finds it rewarding to help charitably inclined individuals create their Funds and introduce them to nonprofits in their fields of interest.
When Greg is not working, you can find him eating, of course. You’ll also find him enjoying Richmond’s art scene – mainly music and cinema, perfecting strokes in the pool, or spending time with his wife and their two beautiful children.
Tiffany Moore
Officer, Inclusive Philanthropy
Tiffany Moore
Evie Tsow
Philanthropy Steward
Evie Tsow
Grant Wilson
Philanthropy Associate
Grant Wilson
Philanthropy Associate
Bio Coming Soon!
Tonda Arthur
Administrative Assistant
Tonda Arthur
Administrative Assistant
Bio Coming Soon!
Regional Affiliate Foundations
Lincoln Boykin
Affiliates Managing Director
Lincoln Boykin
Affiliates Managing Director
Lincoln oversees our three affiliate community foundations: Gloucester Community Foundation, Mathews Community Foundation, and River Counties Community Foundation. He manages the work of the affiliate staff, community grantmaking, and nonprofit and donor outreach, while also building and maintaining the relationships and activities for all three affiliates’ advisory boards. Lincoln is dedicated to strengthening the foundation’s commitment to rural philanthropy in the Chesapeake Bay region of Virginia, and he most enjoys seeing all the amazing work the many nonprofits on the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula are doing to support those in the community who need it most.
When Lincoln is not working, he loves spending time outside, hiking the forests and kayaking the many rivers of the Northern Neck, where he lives. You’ll rarely see him anywhere without his husband George and their two dogs: a Yellow Lab named Huckleberry, and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Helen. Lincoln is an environmentalist and advocate for rural equity. He currently serves as board director of the Friends of the Rappahannock, and advisory council member of the Mid-Atlantic River Council of American Rivers, a national river conservation nonprofit. He is also a steering committee member representing the Commonwealth of Virginia for the Rural Investment Collaborative of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.
Under Armstrong’s leadership, the Community Foundation has grown tremendously, in both size and impact. As an innovator, collaborator and changemaker, the Foundation recognizes the potential for real and lasting change is based on cultivating strong relationships with donors and cross-sector partners and aligning efforts to a regional goal of inclusive economic growth and opportunity for all residents.
Armstrong’s commitment to a stronger region extends to her service on several community boards including Grow Capital Jobs, Chamber RVA, The Forum Club, and 757-RVA Partnership. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in public relations from West Virginia University.
In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, live music, and traveling. She remains a faithful fan of her hometown Mountaineers.
Jonathan Putt
Philanthropic Advisor, Affiliate Foundations
Jonathan Putt
Philanthropic Advisor, Affiliate Foundations
In his role, Jonathan cultivates, maintains and stewards long-term relationships with donors to the Foundation. He most enjoys assisting donors with their giving, and looking for potential alignment with Foundation initiatives.
When he is not working, Jonathan loves to spend time with his son Jackson, spend time on the bay, travel, and play bad golf.
Ashleigh Elliott
Philanthropic Associate
Ashleigh Elliott
Philanthropic Associate
Ashleigh provides administrative support to the advisory boards of the three affiliate foundations: the Mathews Community Foundation, the Gloucester Community Foundation, and the River Counties Community Foundation. Her responsibilities include scheduling meetings, collating board materials, and overseeing the distribution of annual reports and key mailings.
Ashleigh most enjoys the opportunity to see the generosity and compassion of our donors who provide funds to make their small community better for everyone. “As I raise my daughter, I only want the best for her — and the support from our donors makes our community a better place,” she says.
She enjoys spending time with her family, especially her husband, Edward, and her four-year-old daughter, Ainsleigh. She also loves basking in the sunshine at her pool or the beach. Her family typically travels to the Outer Banks three times a year to enjoy the sun and the sand!
Community Impact
Lincoln Boykin
Affiliates Managing Director
Lincoln Boykin
Affiliates Managing Director
Lincoln oversees our three affiliate community foundations: Gloucester Community Foundation, Mathews Community Foundation, and River Counties Community Foundation. He manages the work of the affiliate staff, community grantmaking, and nonprofit and donor outreach, while also building and maintaining the relationships and activities for all three affiliates’ advisory boards. Lincoln is dedicated to strengthening the foundation’s commitment to rural philanthropy in the Chesapeake Bay region of Virginia, and he most enjoys seeing all the amazing work the many nonprofits on the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula are doing to support those in the community who need it most.
When Lincoln is not working, he loves spending time outside, hiking the forests and kayaking the many rivers of the Northern Neck, where he lives. You’ll rarely see him anywhere without his husband George and their two dogs: a Yellow Lab named Huckleberry, and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Helen. Lincoln is an environmentalist and advocate for rural equity. He currently serves as board director of the Friends of the Rappahannock, and advisory council member of the Mid-Atlantic River Council of American Rivers, a national river conservation nonprofit. He is also a steering committee member representing the Commonwealth of Virginia for the Rural Investment Collaborative of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.
Under Armstrong’s leadership, the Community Foundation has grown tremendously, in both size and impact. As an innovator, collaborator and changemaker, the Foundation recognizes the potential for real and lasting change is based on cultivating strong relationships with donors and cross-sector partners and aligning efforts to a regional goal of inclusive economic growth and opportunity for all residents.
Armstrong’s commitment to a stronger region extends to her service on several community boards including Grow Capital Jobs, Chamber RVA, The Forum Club, and 757-RVA Partnership. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in public relations from West Virginia University.
In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, live music, and traveling. She remains a faithful fan of her hometown Mountaineers.
Jonathan Putt
Philanthropic Advisor, Affiliate Foundations
Jonathan Putt
Philanthropic Advisor, Affiliate Foundations
In his role, Jonathan cultivates, maintains and stewards long-term relationships with donors to the Foundation. He most enjoys assisting donors with their giving, and looking for potential alignment with Foundation initiatives.
When he is not working, Jonathan loves to spend time with his son Jackson, spend time on the bay, travel, and play bad golf.
Ashleigh Elliott
Philanthropic Associate
Ashleigh Elliott
Philanthropic Associate
Ashleigh provides administrative support to the advisory boards of the three affiliate foundations: the Mathews Community Foundation, the Gloucester Community Foundation, and the River Counties Community Foundation. Her responsibilities include scheduling meetings, collating board materials, and overseeing the distribution of annual reports and key mailings.
Ashleigh most enjoys the opportunity to see the generosity and compassion of our donors who provide funds to make their small community better for everyone. “As I raise my daughter, I only want the best for her — and the support from our donors makes our community a better place,” she says.
She enjoys spending time with her family, especially her husband, Edward, and her four-year-old daughter, Ainsleigh. She also loves basking in the sunshine at her pool or the beach. Her family typically travels to the Outer Banks three times a year to enjoy the sun and the sand!
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