About Us
Empowering Change for a Better World
At the Amfort Center, we aim to build a better world and enhance people’s quality of life by empowering mission-driven organizations and philanthropists to achieve significant results in addressing society’s key challenges.
Our Mission
The Amfort Center for Philanthropy, founded by Arno Amfort in 2002, is dedicated to advancing a more equitable world. We believe that meaningful social change is achievable when visionary leaders are equipped with the right knowledge, tools, and strategies. Our mission is to empower philanthropists, nonprofit leaders, and impact investors to dismantle barriers that perpetuate inequities and foster a just society.
Commitment to COMMUNITY Service
At the Amfort Center, we believe in the collective pursuit of justice and equity. Our role is to support and amplify the efforts of those striving to create opportunities for all, regardless of their circumstances. Through strategic consulting, original research, and the sharing of best practices, we aim to inspire the broader field of philanthropy and social change, fostering a world where everyone can thrive.
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Leadership Team
The Amfort Center’s leadership team leverages deep expertise to drive social equity and empower nonprofits globally.
CEO
Secretary General
Richard McMahon,
CEO
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Stephanie de Durfort,
Secretary General
A global leader in empowering NGOs to maximize philanthropic impact.
The Amfort Advisory Board
The Advisory Board of the Amfort Center for Philanthropy plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s leadership by offering strategic guidance and expert insights across key areas of its mission. It’s members are:
H.R.H. Prince Faisal bin Zeid
Chairman
H.S.H. Ambassador Dr. Alfred Prinz von Schönburg-Hartenstein
Ms. Stefanie Mayrhofer
H.H. Sayyid Fatik S. Al Said
H.E. Sheikh Khalid M. Al-Thani
Ms. Cathrine Wentworth
The Advisory Board shapes the Amfort Center’s strategy and ensures impactful programs for lasting change.
The Amfort Center’s Advisory Board, featuring leaders from government, philanthropy, and impact investing, guides the organization’s vision for equity and social justice. By collaborating with the executive team, the board addresses emerging challenges, fosters partnerships, and upholds transparency, ensuring the Center’s initiatives are effective and responsive to the social sector’s evolving needs.
Empowering Social Change Leaders
We collaborate with extraordinary changemakers to identify and implement solutions that tackle the root causes of inequality. Whether through improving education access, fostering economic mobility, or addressing systemic discrimination, we work closely with our clients to develop impactful strategies. Our data-driven research provides insights that not only address immediate challenges but also guide long-term sustainable change.