Michael Marcus

Michael Marcus is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in grantmaking, management, organizing, training, and facilitation.12 He is currently the Principal of Consultants for Community Resources, providing advocacy and consultation in aging, poverty, and community development.23

Marcus holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work, with a focus on Social Strategy, Community Organization, Community Planning, and Non-profit Administration.4 He has also completed Ph.D. work at the Florence Heller School for Social Welfare Policy, Center on Aging, at Brandeis University.2

His career highlights include:

1. Leading the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation's work serving older adults and caregivers from 2007 to 2016.2
2. Serving as Associate Director for Community Resources with the Villers Foundation (now Families USA) from 1983 to 1990.2
3. Working as Older Adult Program Officer for the Chicago Community Trust from 1990 to 2004.2

Marcus is a national faculty member of the Asset-Based Community Development Institute at DePaul University.2 He has taught at several institutions, including Springfield College, the University of Chicago, and the University of Maryland.2

Currently based in Raleigh, NC, Marcus continues to be active in various organizations, serving on boards such as Generations on Line and Community Partnership of Raleigh.2 His work focuses on enhancing community efforts to ensure all residents live meaningful, safe, and comfortable lives.2