Bob Bancroft, Nathan Cummings Foundation

Bob Bancroft brings 20 years of nonprofit and entrepreneurial experience in finance, investments and technology to the Nathan Cummings Foundation. As Vice President of Finance, Bob leads efforts to enhance the Foundation’s financial operations, governance and impact to better support our partners and achieve our mission. In particular, Bob is leading NCF’s efforts to mobilize 100% of its endowment assets through mission-aligned investing.

Bob has a strong track record in philanthropy, with an emphasis on being a partner and a resource to the program team, enhancing overall alignment. Previously, he worked at the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation for nearly a decade, most recently serving as the Director of Finance & Tax. While at the Cooke Foundation — a private, independent foundation dedicated to advancing the education of high-achieving students from all backgrounds who have financial need — Bob took a leading role in transforming the way the Foundation’s $700 million endowment was managed.

Prior to his tenure at the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, Bob — who is a certified public accountant — owned and operated a successful small business in Boston, Mass., and also served as controller for a wholesale distributor.

Bob graduated from Boston University summa cum laude, with a B.S. in management.