Jeffrey Reynolds, President & CEO - Family and Children's Association
Jeffrey Reynolds is the President and CEO of Family and Children’s Association (FCA), a nonprofit on Long Island, New York. Founded 140 years ago as an orphanage, FCA now runs over 60 programs, helping more than 35,000 people each year.
With a $25 million budget and 340 staff members across 13 locations, FCA tackles big issues like the opioid crisis, community violence, and aging care.
Jeffrey believes in transparency, clear communication, and programs that truly serve the community. He empowers those closest to the problems to help find solutions.
His passion for helping people drives his leadership, ensuring FCA continues to grow and make a real difference in the lives of Long Islanders.
In this episode:
- 00:00 – Welcome to the KRM Podcast, Jeffrey Reynolds!
- 00:30 – A Legacy of Service: 140 Years of Impact
- 04:04 – Programs with a Purpose: Addressing Today’s Biggest Challenges
- 05:03 – The Power of Experience: Why Lived Experience Matters
- 06:35 – Staying True to the Mission: Avoiding Mission Drift
- 08:50 – Building Stronger Relationships: The Secret to Nonprofit Success
- 13:47 – Leadership & Legacy: What Makes This Work Worth It?
"The transparency of your communications is absolutely critical. The tone and tenor of those communications, making sure that they're professional, and accessible is important."
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