KRISTIN BERTELL
Chief Philanthropy Officer
City of Hope
Today, while many nonprofits experience a decline in donor giving, City of Hope’s chief philanthropy officer Kristin Bertell, with her ability to identify community needs and drive results, has tripled fundraising revenue to $300 million since 2023. Importantly, all cancer research, investments, expanded access and compassionate care at City of Hope can be traced back to philanthropy.
In her nine years as CPO, Bertell has been fundamental in orchestrating this philanthropic vision, building upon and growing City of Hope’s extensive grassroots network of philanthropic partners. Currently overseeing more than 250 staff in executing a diverse portfolio of fundraising programs, Bertell led the charge in evolving City of Hope’s 100-plus-year fundraising platform into the industry-leading, mission-driven philanthropic enterprise it is today. Bertell’s dynamic leadership has driven improvements in patient experiences and advancements in cancer care equity through remarkable philanthropic support, yielding investments in innovative treatment options and state-of-the-art clinics.
