Nashville, TN – July 15, 2024 – The Healing Trust, a local grantmaking foundation, announced the appointment of Sam Jackson as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2025.
Sam has been an integral part of The Healing Trust since January 2020, leading its grants and programming with dedication and vision since July 2021. Before joining The Healing Trust, Sam gained valuable nonprofit and development experience with the Middle Tennessee Council Boy Scouts and University School of Nashville, where he successfully led comprehensive fundraising initiatives and was the Executive Director of the Horizons program. His background in these roles has equipped him with the skills and insights to guide our organization forward.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sam Jackson as our new CEO,” said Rev. Jennifer Bailey, Chair of the Board of Directors at The Healing Trust. “A beloved member of The Healing Trust community, he brings a wealth of experience in the nonprofit and development spaces, along with a proven track record of success in spearheading our implementation of trust-based philanthropy. His strong leadership skills and strategic vision will be invaluable as we navigate the exciting opportunities and challenges ahead.”
“I’m honored and excited to begin this new role at The Healing Trust,” said Sam. “I look forward to advancing its mission and continuing to serve our nonprofit partners in unique ways.”
About Sam Jackson
Sam Jackson previously served as the VP of Programs and Grants at The Healing Trust. During his time at The Healing Trust, Sam developed its participatory grantmaking program, managed the Davidson County grants portfolio, and spearheaded significant changes to its grants program, ensuring it aligns with Trust-Based philanthropy principles.
Sam has 20 years of combined experience in education and the nonprofit industry, serving in various roles. Sam has built and led programs and partnerships and has extensive experience in campaigns, marketing, major gifts, annual giving, grant writing, events, and volunteer and staff management. Sam earned his Bachelor of Science in Social Work and master’s degree in health, Physical Education, and Recreation from Tennessee State University. He is a certified fundraising executive, a graduate of LiberTea Collective, and a 2022 Hull Fellow.
About The Healing Trust
The Healing Trust supports nonprofits that provide health services in Middle Tennessee by providing grants, retreats, leadership programs, and engaging in advocacy. The Trust’s mission is to support and partner with communities to advance racial equity and eliminate health disparities through advocacy and strategic investments. The Healing Trust awards grants quarterly and has awarded more than $100 million to nearly 400 health-related agencies in Middle Tennessee. In 2023, the Trust awarded $4.6 million, and 52% of those dollars were awarded to nonprofits whose leaders are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Visit https://www.healingtrust.org/.
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Media Contacts:
Jennifer Oldham, MTS
The Healing Trust
615-284-8271 ext. 114