Lillian Chege

Lillian Wambui Chege is a seasoned philanthropy and social impact leader with more than 15 years of experience designing and scaling global initiatives that advance economic empowerment, health, education, and gender equity. She has advised major donors, corporations, and foundations on strategic giving, managed multimillion-dollar portfolios, and built cross-sector partnerships that drive sustainable, community-centered change. Lillian has led initiatives across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the United States and currently serves as a Senior Philanthropic Advisor at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors. A committed advocate for equity and inclusive development, she serves on multiple boards and is widely recognized as a trusted advisor, speaker, and thought leader in global philanthropy.