Matthew Scelza brings more than 30 years of nonprofit leadership and philanthropy experience to his role as President and Chief Executive Officer of the California Masonic Foundation. His background spans education, health, and social services, with expertise in fundraising, strategic planning, and organizational leadership.

Prior to joining the Foundation, Matt served as Executive Director of the Providence TrinityCareHospice Foundation, where he led fundraising for hospice and palliative care and expanded planned giving. His earlier leadership experience includes roles with the Lupus Foundation of America, Bet Tzedek, and Incite Social Impact Marketing, along with development work for Inner-City Arts and MLA Partner Schools.

Matt takes a relationship-centered approach to leadership, bringing donors, boards, and community partners together to advance shared goals. At the Foundation, he is committed to working with Masons and lodges to strengthen public education and services for seniors and communities across California.