Ann Pava

President, Micah Philanthropies

Ann Pava, President of Micah Philanthropies is an activist, philanthropist and thought leader.  A natural community builder, Ann strives to embody the core Jewish values that animate her work, as expressed by the prophet Micah - “Only to do justice, to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God.”  

As a philanthropist, Ann takes the lead in innovative giving while making all who participate feel counted and treat all those they support as valued partners.  She has the unique ability to bring all types of people together, analyze challenges and to devise solutions. She is an articulate and passionate ambassador for the organizations and leaders she supports.  A hallmark of her success over her career is her ability to inspire, mentor and empower others, especially women, to lead and to make the world a better place.  

Ann is a past chair of National Women’s Philanthropy at JFNA and currently serves as co-chair of JFNA’s Community and Jewish Life Committee. She is a past chair of Prizmah, Center for Jewish Day Schools. 

Ann enjoys spending time with Jeremy and their beautiful family including three married children and seven grandchildren and has become the world’s best babysitter!