Surina Khan
Philanthropic Advisor & Strategist
Surina Khan (she/her) is CEO Emerita for Women’s Foundation California (WFC). Her tenure at WFC began in 2004 when she served as a volunteer for WFC’s Grants Review Committee. Shortly after, she joined the organization in a full-time position and went on to become CEO in 2014, refocusing the organization’s mission, doubling the budget, and expanding its grantmaking and training programs. After nine years as CEO, Surina stepped down in 2023 and continues to serve in an advisory capacity. Surina has served the social justice and philanthropic sector in a variety of ways including previous positions at the Ford Foundation, OutRight International, and Political Research Associates.
She serves on several Boards including the Mertz Gilmore Foundation, Funders for Reproductive Equity, and Voices for Progress. Her previous Board service has included CalNonprofits, Funders for LGBTQ Issues, Alliance for Justice, La Cocina, and the Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice.
She is a recognized expert on gender, racial, and economic justice issues and is a frequent commentator on the power of women’s philanthropy.