Seasoned nonprofit leader Susan Kagan appointed to drive fundraising efforts for Christopher’s Haven as Executive Director
Christopher’s Haven, a Boston-based 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to operate a supportive community consisting of fully-furnished temporary apartments and a community recreation area for families of children being treated for cancer at nearby hospitals, welcomes Susan Kagan to their team. Susan brings over 25 years of experience leading nonprofits and working with mission-driven organizations serving children and their families.
Susan began her career at Boston Children’s Hospital after earning a master’s degree in educational psychology from the University of Connecticut. Throughout her career, she has worked on access to recreation and community opportunities for children with significant healthcare needs and disabilities. Susan’s extensive background includes experience in grant-making and forging strategic partnerships between private and public funders.
Her expertise in promoting inclusion has earned her fellowships from the Children’s Defense Fund and the German Marshall Fund, with a focus on childcare, disability rights, and special healthcare needs. She is also a published author, contributing articles on volunteerism and inclusive recreation, and co-authoring the book “Don’t Forget the Fun: Developing Inclusive Recreation.”
At Christopher’s Haven, Susan will lead efforts to expand and sustain fundraising initiatives that support families facing pediatric cancer.
“I am truly thrilled about joining this incredible and impactful organization,” said Susan Kagan, Executive Director of Christopher’s Haven. “I deeply admire the mission of providing a supportive home for families during such challenging times. I look forward to working with this incredible team to advance our efforts and ensure the organization’s continued growth and impact for years to come.”
With her passion for nonprofit sustainability and deep commitment to children and families, Susan’s leadership will be instrumental in advancing Christopher’s Haven’s mission to provide homes away from home for families during cancer treatment.
For more information on Christopher’s Haven, please visit their website, www.christophershaven.org, or follow their social media channels, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, for the latest updates on the organization.
About Christopher’s Haven
Founded on in 2001, Christopher’s Haven is a 501(c)(3) organization located in Boston, Massachusetts with a mission to operate a supportive community consisting of nine temporary apartments and a community recreation area for families of children being treated for cancer in nearby Boston hospitals. Christopher’s Haven holds the distinction of being the only organization of its kind that offers an apartment setting for the entire family, specific programs and activities for children undergoing outpatient treatment, as well as programs for siblings and parents, and takes full advantage — through the help of an extensive volunteer network — of both the unparalleled medical and cultural advantages of Boston. For more information, please visit http://www.christophershaven.org.
