Greater Manhattan Community Foundation Hires New VP

Shane Shivley brings over 20 years of philanthropy leadership experience to the role.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation announced the hiring of Shane Shivley as its new Vice President for Development. Shivley, who previously served as senior director of university development and president/CEO of the Emporia State University Foundation, will begin his new role in mid-March.

Why it matters

The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation is a major philanthropic organization in the region, providing grants and support to local nonprofits and community initiatives. Shivley's extensive background in fundraising and development is expected to help drive the foundation's growth and impact.

The details

Shivley brings over two decades of leadership experience in philanthropy, higher education advancement, and strategic development. At Emporia State University, he played a key role in closing major capital campaigns, securing historic gifts, and significantly increasing endowment and asset growth. His work advanced scholarship funding, strengthened institutional infrastructure, and positioned the university for long-term sustainability.

  • Shivley will begin his new role as VP of Development at the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation in mid-March 2026.

The players

Shane Shivley

The new Vice President for Development at the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience in philanthropy, higher education advancement, and strategic development.

Greater Manhattan Community Foundation

A major philanthropic organization in the Manhattan, Kansas region that provides grants and support to local nonprofits and community initiatives.

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The takeaway

Shivley's extensive background in fundraising and development is expected to help drive the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation's growth and impact in supporting local nonprofits and community initiatives.