Dr. Celine Coggins Named Inaugural CEO of The Goodness Web: Innovative Fund Poised to Accelerate Progress Addressing Urgent Youth Mental Health Needs
May 28, 2024

Dr. Celine Coggins has been named the inaugural CEO of The Goodness Web (TGW). Coggins has been a social sector and philanthropic leader for more than two decades. Over the past 15 years, she served as the chief executive at two separate nonprofits. The first, Teach Plus, is a national network of teacher advocates that she founded and ran for more than a decade. More recently, she led Grantmakers for Education, the nation’s largest network of education funders. 


Coggins holds degrees in psychology, sociology, and public policy in education. She earned her Ph.D. at Stanford University. A respected thought leader on philanthropy and youth issues, Coggins is the author of three books and several dozen articles and reports.


Coggins has held appointments on several philanthropic and nonprofit boards, and also as a lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and as an Expert-in-Residence at the Harvard iLab. She is an award-winning social entrepreneur who has been named to Fellowships with Aspen Institute, Pahara Institute, and The Mind Trust. 


The Goodness Web connects a diverse community of result-oriented donors and partners who pool their resources and expertise to accelerate the most promising mental health initiatives to improve the lives of youth and those who care for them. Since its launch in 2022, The Goodness Web has granted over $7 million to proven organizations capable of driving systems change and expanding the availability of support for mental health and well-being across the adolescent mental health ecosystem. The Goodness Web was founded by Jan and Rob Swartz and Mark and Gina Verdi. 


“Celine brings a passion for transforming the youth mental health space, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a track record of success mobilizing people and resources to drive systems change. She is exactly what we need to take The Goodness Web from our strong early base and grow it to the next level,” said The Goodness Web Co-Founder Mark Verdi. 


Co-Founder Jan Swartz added, “Celine has spent her career leading networks that bring people together to be a force for good in the world. She shares our vision for building a powerful community of donors and social entrepreneurs, and she has the skillset to bring it to life.”


Of her new role, Celine commented, “The Goodness Web reflects a perfect alignment with my values, and my beliefs about the urgency of the youth mental health crisis in America. I am so impressed by what the founders, Board, and team have built already, and I'm eager to help them grow its impact.”


Celine officially began her tenure at The Goodness Web on May 20.

January 27, 2026
As members of The Goodness Web, your family joins a diverse community of results-oriented donors and partners who pool their resources and expertise to accelerate the most promising mental health initiatives to improve lives. Only together can we do good, better. ____________ CEO Corner with Dr. Celine Coggins Billions in Cuts to Mental Health Reversed with Leadership by TGW Grantee Inseparable Dear friends and supporters of The Goodness Web, Over the past year, policy wins have been harder to come at the federal level, which is why we are heartened to share the great work of mental health advocates, including our grantee Inseparable, in helping reverse $2B in cuts to mental health funding coming from SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Continue reading here. Welcoming The Goodness Web's New Chief Advancement Officer, Amy Blais Malloy Amy Blais Malloy has been appointed Chief Advancement Officer of The Goodness Web. In this newly created executive role, Blais Malloy will lead the organization’s advancement strategy, expanding philanthropic and strategic partnerships, strengthening long-term sustainability, and positioning TGW for its next stage of growth and impact. Blais Malloy is a seasoned social impact leader with more than two decades of experience across strategy, development, finance, and external affairs in fast-paced, mission-driven organizations focused on systems change and coalition building. Her work has consistently operated at the intersection of education, economic mobility, public health, and community wellbeing, grounded in a deep commitment to creating the conditions for children and young people to thrive. Continue reading here. Events and Learning Opportunities As The Goodness Web grows, we are expanding the ways we can learn together and connect. Please mark your calendars for the following: Park City Salon, February 23. Utah donors: please consider joining us for a cocktail reception in Park City on February 23. Please let us know if you have suggestions for families who should join us and consider becoming part of the Web! NYC Salon, March 4. NYC-area donors: please consider joining us for breakfast and discussion in Midtown on March 4. Please let us know if you have suggestions for families who should join us and consider becoming part of the Web! Investment Advisory Group, April 2. Next virtual meeting on Thursday, April 2nd at 12:00 pm ET. TGW donors are invited to join us for a two-way conversation. We will share some of the potential grantees we are researching and also get your feedback on the youth mental health issues that interest you, the nonprofits you suggest we look into, and which of the grantees in our pipeline excite you most. Please reach out to Jessie Shaw ( jessie.shaw@thegoodnessweb.org ) to secure your spot. Minneapolis Salon, June 3. Twin Cities-area donors: please consider joining us for a cocktail reception in Minneapolis on June 3. Please let us know if you have suggestions for families who should join us and consider becoming part of the Web! Second Annual Ambassador Retreat, October 5-6. TGW donors are invited to Chicago October 5-6 to strategize with us about building our community and driving greater resources toward youth mental health. The event will be structured to include time for deeper learning on mental health philanthropy, reflecting on our collective role in advancing the field, and celebrating our progress. Please reach out to Celine Coggins ( celine.coggins@thegoodnessweb.org ) for more information and to join us then. TGW Mental Health Playbook. We are working to build a playbook for families experiencing a mental health crisis with a loved one. We know our network has much collective wisdom. If you would be interested in being interviewed in an effort to help others, please contact Jessie Shaw ( jessie.shaw@thegoodnessweb.org ). All names and specifics will be kept confidential. Grantee Spotlight TGW is proud to support these organizations, among others, with major grants. Koko co-founder and CEO Rob Morris was featured in the MIT Alumni magazine, as he “was inspired to develop what evolved into Koko” during his time at MIT. As ever, we are inspired by Rob’s story and Koko's impactful work! Young Futures is hosting their next Innovators Showcase featuring YF Innovators from their Here Comes the Fun cohort on February 18th. Meet these eight outstanding leaders who are advancing joy and wellbeing for young people through play by developing gaming and digital solutions that make online experiences safer, more connected, and more enjoyable. RSVP here . Path Forward ’s Telehealth consensus statement — unifying the voices of all of their partner organizations — calls on Congress to protect and extend Medicare telehealth flexibilities that are essential to access to mental health and substance use care. Read the full consensus statement here .
January 27, 2026
The Goodness Web Foundation Names Amy Blais Malloy as Chief Advancement Officer  Boston, MA — January 27, 2026 The Goodness Web (TGW), a collaborative philanthropic fund dedicated to transforming youth mental health in America, announced today that Amy Blais Malloy has been appointed Chief Advancement Officer. In this newly created executive role, Blais Malloy will lead the organization’s advancement strategy, expanding philanthropic and strategic partnerships, strengthening long-term sustainability, and positioning TGW for its next stage of growth and impact. Blais Malloy is a seasoned social impact leader with more than two decades of experience across strategy, development, finance, and external affairs in fast-paced, mission-driven organizations focused on systems change and coalition building. Her work has consistently operated at the intersection of education, economic mobility, public health, and community wellbeing, grounded in a deep commitment to creating the conditions for children and young people to thrive. “Amy is a rare leader who combines strategic rigor, deep relational trust, and an unwavering commitment to youth,” said Dr. Celine Coggins, CEO of The Goodness Web Foundation. “At this pivotal moment in our growth, we need a leader who can help us move from early momentum to sustained, exponential impact. Amy’s track record of building catalytic partnerships, scaling organizations, cultivating transformational relationships, and mobilizing resources will be instrumental as we work to meet the urgency of this moment for young people.” Over the past 15+ years, Blais Malloy has served as a senior fundraising leader and strategist for Teach For America (TFA), a national network of more than 75,000 teachers, tutors, and alumni working alongside schools and communities to improve student outcomes and expand access to an excellent education for all. As a founding member of Teach For America Massachusetts’ leadership team, she and the executive team launched a $40 million multi-year growth strategy that drove sustained expansion, scaling the organization from Greater Boston to a statewide presence. From there, she went on to lead TFA’s national fundraising portfolio, spearheading initiatives and campaigns that raised more than $80 million annually in partnership with the CEO and National Board. Most recently, she has served as the organization’s Interim Chief Revenue and Development Officer, overseeing enterprise-wide fundraising and revenue efforts that have secured $250+ million each year. “Youth mental health is one of the defining challenges of our time, and we knew that traditional philanthropic approaches alone weren’t enough,” says Mark Verdi, Co-Founder and Board Chair of The Goodness Web. “By curating the most promising solutions, catalyzing collaboration across sectors, and bringing people into the work with both heart and strategy, TGW is built to drive change at scale. Now, we are thrilled to welcome Amy Blais Malloy, whose experience, leadership, and vision will accelerate that mission and deepen our impact for young people.” Earlier in her career, Blais Malloy served as Regional Director of the local chapter of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, where her work centered on building ecosystems of support for women and diverse entrepreneurs. She forged strategic partnerships among Fortune 500 companies, small business owners, and city and state entities, creating pathways for access, shared learning, and capacity building. Under her leadership, the program quadrupled in scale in under five years, strengthened training programs that fueled rapid contract growth, and earned both local and national recognition for innovation and impact. Additionally, Blais Malloy has consulted with organizations advancing public sector leadership, early childhood education, literacy, pro-social use of AI tools for youth, and access to youth sports. She serves on the National Board of Jumpstart for Young Children and the Board of Rhode Island Youth Theatre, is an active public health advocate, and remains deeply engaged in local education and civic life. Blais Malloy earned her B.A. in Psychology from Boston College, completed fellowships with StartingBloc for Social Change and LEADBoston, and is pursuing a credential in Nonprofit Leadership & Management at the Harvard Kennedy School. “As a parent and someone who has dedicated my career to positive social impact, I believe deeply in The Goodness Web’s mission,” said Blais Malloy. “This role is about bringing people together — philanthropic partners, innovators, practitioners, communities, and families — in a moment of crisis around a shared sense of purpose to unlock transformational change in how we support young people. This work is needed more than ever, and I am honored to join this extraordinary team at this pivotal moment. I’m grateful for the opportunity to help accelerate solutions that ensure every young person has the conditions, access, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive.” Blais Malloy lives in Rhode Island with her husband and two young children. ____________________________________________________________________________________ ABOUT THE GOODNESS WEB (TGW) The Goodness Web (TGW) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a collaborative philanthropic fund. The Goodness Web connects a diverse community of result-oriented donors and partners who pool their resources and expertise to accelerate the most promising mental health initiatives to improve lives. TGW activates its extensive network – the 'Web' – to surface the most promising opportunities for investment, share learnings, and facilitate lasting connections. TGW is creating a new alternative to traditional philanthropy to radically change the trajectory, timeline, and impact in the mental health arena with an initial focus on youth.
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