Steven Schwab

I am a nonprofit CEO committed to transforming how our nation serves those who serve us. As Chief Executive Officer of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, I had the privilege of building a national movement to support millions of military and veteran caregivers — America's hidden heroes — and their families. I enlisted Tom Hanks as our National Chairman and recruited Robert A. McDonald — former VA Secretary and Procter & Gamble CEO — as our Board Chairman, uniting extraordinary leaders around a cause that too often goes unseen.Throughout my career, I have led organizations and their supporters toward bold visions with sound strategy, cross-sector collaboration, and authentic engagement. I've raised hundreds of millions of dollars, built coalitions across government, business, and philanthropy, and reshaped cause-based models to deliver lasting impact.At EDF, I spearheaded the country's preeminent organization focused on research, innovation, and advocacy for military and veteran families. Together with partners across every sector, we reshaped community support systems and health care to better serve those who shoulder the invisible costs of war.I served as Executive Producer for major documentaries on caregiving, expanding public understanding of the sacrifices families make behind the scenes of military service. My advocacy has been featured on 60 Minutes, NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, FOX, MSNBC, PBS, NPR, and other national outlets, and I've testified before Congress to ensure policymakers hear directly about the challenges facing America's military families.I am currently completing an Executive Master in Public Affairs at Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy, deepening my expertise in public affairs leadership, healthcare, and nonprofit management.Beyond EDF, I serve on prominent nonprofit and academic boards, including the Board of Visitors of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University — roles that reflect my commitment to strengthening the broader social sector and advancing collaboration across disciplines.My greatest passion is uniting diverse stakeholders around bold ideas that improve the lives of the most vulnerable members of our society.