Megan Costigan

Program Manager, Tracy Family Foundation

Megan Costigan serves as the Youth and Tracy Family Engagement Program Manager at the Tracy Family Foundation (TFF), where she concentrates on initiatives related to the foundation’s youth programs. As a third-generation member of the Tracy family, she also dedicates much of her time to fostering a philanthropic spirit across all generations of the Tracy family through a variety of programs, committees, education, and outreach.

Currently, she serves as Chair of TFF’s Next Generation Advisory Board and Chair of the TFF Youth Committee. In addition, in 2007, she held a one-year seat on the TFF Board. She serves as Chair on the Brown Schuyler CEO Board, is a member of the Cass County CEO Board, and Committee Chair for Teens Active in Grantmaking. Megan has previously contributed to numerous junior and advisory boards as well.

Before joining the Foundation, Megan worked as a meeting and event planner at Dot Foods. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management from the University of Missouri-Columbia and her Master of Science in Nonprofit Management from Fontbonne University. During that time, she was accepted into and participated in the Exponent Philanthropy’s Next Gen Fellowship Program.

Contributions

Evolving Your Family Philanthropy: Staffing Structures

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Ryan Brady, Aimee Boone Cunningham, Megan Costigan

Which staffing models will work best for your family philanthropy? How can the right structure enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of your organization?  We will examine different approaches, including hiring dedicated philanthropic professionals and family members, and utilizing external advisors and consultants. You will learn how to align staffing strategies with your philanthropic goals, create a collaborative work environment, and… Read More

Defining Your Family’s Philanthropic Purpose

Posted on May 17, 2022 by Fred Kaynor, Megan Costigan, Jean Buckley, Tony Macklin

illustrated image of people pushing together life-size puzzle pieces
What motivations and values drive your generosity? What priorities propel your social action? A clear philanthropic purpose defines why you want to make a difference and your priorities for where and who you most want to benefit. It improves family decision-making, community relationships, and impact. On this webinar, you’ll learn how you and your family can define your philanthropic purpose—shared… Read More