President & CEO
The Croom Institute for Fund Development & Social Change
Kia Croom is a fractional nonprofit fundraising executive with 25 years of experience who has raised over $1 billion to power social justice movements across the globe. A trusted leader in the fundraising industry, Kia leverages her voice and expertise to drive transformative change. Named an equity champion by the Chronicle of Philanthropy in 2022, she is also a nationally published journalist committed to amplifying the voices of historically disenfranchised communities.
Kia's educational journey reflects her commitment to excellence and continuous learning. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Clark Atlanta University, a Master of Science in Public Administration from Kennesaw State University, and certificates in Fund Development from the University of Richmond, Corporate Social Responsibility from Pepperdine University, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University.
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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
1:30 PM - 2:40 PM EDT