ANN ARBOR, Mich. - TelAve -- Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) team members Nathan Smith and Cecelia Hopkins are taking on new roles at the Foundation to continue supporting its mission of improving economic mobility and quality of life throughout Washtenaw County.

Smith has transitioned to Accounting Manager, bringing more than six years of experience with AAACF to the Finance Team. Throughout his time with the Foundation, he has held roles across Operations, Administration, and Community Investment before moving into Finance. His experience across departments provides a comprehensive understanding of AAACF's operations, systems, and cross-team collaboration, helping support the organization's efforts to create meaningful community impact.

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Hopkins has transitioned from College Success Coach to Grants Coordinator, Finance, where she supports grantmaking processes that connect philanthropic resources with communities across Washtenaw County. With a background in social work, grassroots advocacy, and philanthropy, she is passionate about ensuring that grantmaking, scholarships, and educational pathways are more accessible and equitable. Through thoughtful coordination and clear communication, she builds trust and accessibility with community members.

Along with the rest of the Foundation's team, Smith and Hopkins work to strengthen the systems and processes that help AAACF connect charitable resources with local needs. To learn more about AAACF and its work, visit aaacf.org.

About the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation

The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation works to improve economic mobility and quality of life for all residents of Washtenaw County by connecting people, charitable resources, and community needs to create lasting impact.