David Maurrasse

Dr. David Maurrasse is an Adjunct Associate Professor and Adjunct Research Scholar at Columbia University's African American African Diaspora Studies department. He founded Marga Incorporated in 2000, a consulting firm specializing in strategic advisory services for philanthropic initiatives and community partnerships. He directs the Anchor Institutions Task Force, a network of over 400 members promoting institutional engagement in socio-economic challenges. Maurrasse also coordinates the Race and Equity in Philanthropy Group, advancing racial equity in foundation practices. He concurrently serves as a Senior Fellow at the New World Foundation, advising the Civic Opportunity Initiative Network.

• Education: PhD from Northwestern University, BA from University of Michigan

His research focuses on cross-sector partnerships, racial equity, and institutional civic engagement. Key publications include Strategic Public Private Partnerships (2013) and Listening to Harlem (2006). Maurrasse has advised major foundations like The California Endowment and W.K. Kellogg Foundation, while leading global initiatives in over 20 countries. He chairs boards, including Bucknell University's Trusteeship, and participates in the Global Urban Competitiveness Project.