Jennifer McCrea

Jennifer McCrea is an American author, philanthropic advisor, and senior research fellow at the Hauser Institute for Civil Society at Harvard University. She specializes in writing about philanthropy, fundraising, and social impact. Her most notable work, *The Generosity Network: New Transformational Tools for Successful Fund-Raising* (2013), co-authored with Jeffrey Walker and Karl Weber, explores innovative approaches to charitable giving and building donor relationships. McCrea's writing emphasizes collaborative philanthropy, network-building, and the psychology of generosity. She draws on extensive experience advising nonprofits and foundations to provide practical frameworks for transforming philanthropic practices. Her work has influenced contemporary thinking about strategic giving and donor engagement in the nonprofit sector.