Susan Hallett

Susan Hallett has worked in philanthropy in the Richmond Region for 25 years. She is currently Director of Philanthropy for the Bob and Anna Lou Schaberg Foundation, where she has been for the past 9 years. In this role, Susan leads the Schaberg Foundation’s charitable giving and grants programs, which focus on affordable and safe housing; stability and workforce development; services that help children become successful learners; and strong nonprofits and institutions.

With Susan’s support, the Schaberg Foundation has advanced philanthropic initiatives focused on issues such as services for refugees and immigrants, meeting the needs of older adults, and workforce development. She also facilitates the Foundation’s efforts to build the capacity of its nonprofit partners through leadership development, convenings, and organizational development tools.

Prior to joining the Schaberg Foundation, Susan spent 16 years with the Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond, where she oversaw community grants, scholarships, and awards programs. She is an active volunteer and currently serves on the capital campaign committee for Richmond Animal League.

Susan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Mary Washington College and a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Virginia Commonwealth University.