Erin Dowland Kabwe

Erin Dowland Kabwe is a seasoned fundraising professional with extensive experience in nonprofit leadership and development. As Vice President of Development at the Shriver Center on Poverty Law since May 2023, Erin brings a wealth of expertise drawn from previous roles, including Executive Director at the Humboldt Park Health Foundation and Chief Development Officer at the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. Erin also operates a consulting firm focused on fundraising and has worked with organizations like Opportunity International, Lions Club International, and Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy. Erin's background includes international service with the Peace Corps in Ukraine and educational credentials from the University of Illinois Chicago in Political Science. Membership in Chief underscores Erin's commitment to empowering women in leadership.