Kiley Tate-Potts
Director of Philanthropic Services
“I love Fort Wayne and the direction our city is heading. It’s exciting to be at the Community Foundation, where I have the opportunity to serve our community, be part of its growth, and give back to this special place we call home. I especially cherish the chance to work with families, honoring their legacies and helping ensure their contributions to our community are celebrated for generations to come.”
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Kiley Tate-Potts is the Director of Philanthropic Services at the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne, where she leads the philanthropic services team. She is dedicated to providing concierge-level service to fundholders, helping them connect with meaningful community needs and fostering opportunities to broaden their philanthropic impact. Kiley focuses on building strong relationships between donors and community organizations, supporting them in achieving both their current and legacy charitable goals..
Kiley holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management from Western Governors University and a Certificate in Fundraising Management from the IU School of Philanthropy. She is also a 21/64 Certified Advisor, enabling her to work with families to align their charitable values with their giving, creating clear direction for their philanthropy and legacy planning. In 2020, Kiley launched the Community Foundation’s first Youth Empowered Philanthropy (YEP) program, which engages young people in grantmaking, philanthropy, and leadership to make a meaningful impact.
Kiley’s diverse background includes eight years of professional dance with Carnival Cruise Lines before returning to Fort Wayne. She is actively involved with Charitable Gift Planners of Northeast Indiana and has volunteered on multiple service trips to Zambia and Madagascar, teaching at underprivileged schools and contributing to marine conservation projects.
Originally from Fort Wayne, Kiley shares a love of travel with her husband, Martin, who is from England. Together, they have visited 30 countries and enjoy tackling DIY projects, particularly renovating their 100+ year-old home. Most of all, Kiley treasures spending time with their two young children and their dog, Millie.