Philanthropy Executive; Former President of the The Pittsburgh Foundation; Editor, Writer & Bestselling Author; Known for “The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers”
Maxwell King Biography
Maxwell King has been a reporter and a top editor (of The Philadelphia Inquirer); he’s run “a couple of philanthropies” (The Heinz Endowments and The Pittsburgh Foundation); and he’s written books (biographies that so far include the New York Times bestselling “The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers” and “American Workman: The Life and Art of John Kane,” as well as a volume of poetry). There’s more, of course.
Throughout his career, King has shown a commitment to public service and thought leadership in the nonprofit sector. He has contributed commentary to major publications and participated in national forums on the role of philanthropy in society. King is a frequent speaker at conferences and events, where he discusses strategies for building resilient communities and advancing equity through philanthropy.
King's professional experience includes serving as editor of The Philadelphia Inquirer and authoring works such as the biography of Fred Rogers. He has received awards and honors for his contributions to journalism, nonprofit leadership, and civic engagement. King has addressed challenges in the philanthropic sector, advocating for transparency, accountability, and inclusivity. His influence is reflected in the organizations and individuals motivated to pursue change through collective action.
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Maxwell King Videos
Session 29 of Neighboring 101: Maxwell King, author of "The Good Neighbor"
This is our Annual Mister Rogers Lecture. Our guest is Maxwell King! King is the former editor of the Philadelphia Inquirer and president of ...
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