Tom Egan has joined LACASA as its Chief Advancement Officer, a newly created leadership position bringing together development and communications to expand philanthropic support and deepen community engagement.
In this role, Egan will integrate fundraising, donor relations, marketing, communications, events, and community partnerships to support the organization’s mission of providing help, hope, and healing to victims of child abuse, domestic violence, and sexual violence.
“Tom brings both strategic expertise and a deep commitment to the human side of philanthropy,” said LACASA President & CEO Bobette Schrandt. “His ability to build authentic relationships to engage people with our mission will strengthen our capacity to serve survivors and grow the impact of our work.”
Egan comes to LACASA with more than 15 years of experience in nonprofit and higher education organizations. He is known for building cultures of generosity rooted in trust and authentic human connection.
“LACASA’s mission resonates deeply with my belief that communities thrive when people come together to support healing and safety for all,” Egan said. “I’m honored to join this team and to help expand the circles of support around LACASA’s life-changing work.”
Prior to joining LACASA, Egan served as director of development at Cleary University, where he created the institution’s first comprehensive advancement strategy, aligning major gifts, grants, alumni engagement, events, and storytelling into a cohesive system.
Earlier in his career, he served as director of strategic partnerships at Kinexus Youth Solutions, where he expanded education and workforce partnerships for vulnerable youth. He also managed a major gift portfolio at Western Michigan University.
Egan holds a master’s of education in counseling degree, and he continues to teach leadership and philosophy courses at Cleary University. Outside of work, he enjoys long-distance running, gardening, and kite-surfing.
“Tom understands that philanthropy is ultimately about people and possibility,” Schrandt said. “As we continue expanding services and strengthening our programs, his leadership will help us connect more individuals, businesses, and partners to the life-changing impact they can make through LACASA.”
