Elaine is an Operations Coordinator for the Just Societies team, where she provides administrative, logistical, and operational support to the U.S. Racial Justice, Democracy, Rights, and Governance, and Civil Society and Leadership initiatives. Prior to joining the Foundation, Elaine worked at a Paris-based INGO, where she supported digital upskilling opportunities for underserved populations, including refugees, … Continued
Spencer is an Operations Coordinator at the David and Lucille Packard Foundation providing operational support to internal systems, project workflows, and cross-functional coordination to ensure the Foundation’s work investing in healthy families and thriving communities. He brings non-profit operational experience from his previous role as Program Manager at the Global Alliance of Ethics and Impacts … Continued
Tyler Hartsock serves as Managing Director for the Investments team. Prior to joining the Foundation in February 2025, he worked at various venture fund-of-funds, including Peakview Capital, Northgate Capital, and Greenspring Associates. Tyler holds a B.S. from Virginia Tech.
Jennifer “J.R.” Littlejohn is the Packard Foundation’s Vice-President of Environment and Science. In this role she leads the Foundation’s efforts to advance bold climate solutions, foster a sustainable ocean, and drive scientific innovation and discovery to secure the health and future of people and the planet. Prior to joining the Foundation, J.R. was a career … Continued
Antonio Valenzuela (he/they) is an Environment and Science Program Associate supporting Ocean initiative grantmaking in Asia. Antonio has over 10 years of experience in mission-driven organizations in the higher education and nonprofit sectors, working and collaborating with public universities, community colleges, and nonprofits in Arizona, California, nationally, and in Mexico. Prior to joining the Foundation, … Continued
Ana is a Grants Management Coordinator within the Grants Management team. She provides administrative and operational support to optimize the team’s workflow and streamline projects. She also fosters team development by creating opportunities for knowledge sharing and professional growth. Prior to this role, Ana was a Grants Accountant at a community college and a Finance … Continued
Bryan Tran serves as an Analyst on the Investments team, working broadly across the portfolio. Prior to joining the Foundation in November 2024, he worked as an investment banking analyst at Deutsche Bank. Bryan holds a B.A. from Dartmouth College.