Independent Sector is a coalition of nonprofit organizations, foundations and corporate giving programs in the United States.
Founded in 1980, it is the first organization to combine the grant seekers and grantees.
Several other organizational goals include cultivating leaders and emerging leaders, supporting and enhancing organizational effectiveness and ethical practices, and being the vital voice of the sector.
Brian O'Connell was the first president and John W. Gardner was the first Governing Board Chair.
[3] Dr. Akilah Watkins is the President and CEO of Independent Sector as of January 2023.