Anthony Colon, ’03, ’04

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Anthony Colon, ’03, ’04

CLAA Co-Leader

Anthony was born in Brooklyn, New York. He attended New York City’s prestigious Talent Unlimited School of the Performing Arts and studied Musical Theatre. While at Clark, Anthony served as Director of the Latin American Student Association (LASO); worked as an Admissions Tour Guide and participated for 3 years as Member of S.A.R.C. Anthony holds a BA in Psychology and a Masters of Public Administration from Clark University. He is also a recipient of the Distinguished Young Alumni Award. Anthony has given back to Clark through volunteering and event collaboration, having previously served on the Alumni Council and recently joined CLAA as a Co-Leader in 2025.

Anthony is deeply experienced in crisis management and community engagement strategies; local, state, and federal law regulations and developing and maintaining mutually respectful and productive relationships. Prior to his work in asset management, Anthony was the executive director of a family foundation, and held several roles in nonprofit and philanthropic associations. In 2009, he co-authored Unlocking the Promise: A Guide for Funders Interested in Transformational Grant Making. His work in institutional philanthropy includes serving as Senior Program Director for the Funders Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities, where he founded the Professionals Learning about Community. Equity & Social Justice (PLACES) program.