The F. M. Kirby Foundation is honored to celebrate 20 years of partnership with the Conservation Trust for North Carolina, a nonprofit dedicated to conserving land in ways that build resilient communities across North Carolina. Since its founding in 1991, CTNC has protected over 35,000 acres along the Blue Ridge Parkway, working with landowners, public agencies, and land trusts to…
By David Cucchiara Communications & Program Associate When Mark Hoebee joined Paper Mill Playhouse in 2000 as a choreographer and director, the historic Millburn theater was already a regional institution. Twenty-five years later, as Producing Artistic Director, he has transformed it into something more: a creative incubator where 27 new musicals have premiered since 2010, with shows like Newsies and…
By David Cucchiara Communications & Program Associate When Brian Crowe arrived at what was then the New Jersey Shakespeare Festival in the summer of 1996, he intended to stay for just eleven weeks. Three decades later, he leads one of America’s most respected classical theaters as Artistic Director — a testament to the enduring value of institutions that grow their…
The F. M. Kirby Foundation is proud to celebrate more than 25 years of partnership with the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers (CNJG), a leading resource and network for New Jersey’s philanthropic community. CNJG serves over 130 grantmaking organizations — family, private, community, independent, and corporate foundations — by providing shared learning, collaborative opportunities, and leadership development. Through its programs, CNJG strengthens…
By Dave Cucchiara Communications & Program Associate David Tamaki’s relationship with New Jersey Ballet began in 1987 when he was just five years old, auditioning for a role in The Nutcracker at what was then called the John Harms Theater in Englewood, NJ. Nearly four decades later, he leads the organization as Executive Director — a remarkable journey that exemplifies…
By Dave Cucchiara Communications & Program Associate The F. M. Kirby Foundation has announced the promotion of Gina Beviglia to Program Officer, effective October 1, 2025. In her new role, Ms. Beviglia will continue leading the Foundation’s Arts, Culture & Humanities; Health; and Education portfolios. Ms. Beviglia has more than three years of full-time experience with the F. M. Kirby…
The F. M. Kirby Foundation is proud to celebrate more than 30 years of partnership with the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, a New Jersey–based nonprofit dedicated to curing spinal cord injuries through groundbreaking research, while enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families affected by paralysis. Founded in 1982 and later renamed to honor Christopher and Dana Reeve,…
The F. M. Kirby Foundation is proud to support the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC), a Washington, D.C.–based think tank committed to fostering bipartisan solutions to America’s most pressing challenges. Since its founding in 2007, BPC has brought together leaders from both major political parties to develop practical, evidence-based policies in areas ranging from health care to energy, infrastructure, and governance…
By Sydney Stavraka Summer Philanthropy Intern When a family is in crisis — due to domestic violence, mental illness, housing instability, or financial insecurity — there is rarely a single solution that addresses all the complexities involved. Effective support must go beyond immediate shelter—incorporating trauma-informed care, coordinated services, and the opportunity to regain autonomy. Across New Jersey and North Carolina,…
The F. M. Kirby Foundation is proud to celebrate over 20 years of continuous partnership with the Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), a vital cultural institution in Morristown that brings the power of the arts to audiences of all ages. As a premier nonprofit performing arts organization, MPAC presents a dynamic range of performances — spanning music, theater, dance, and…