About Us
Eleemos is guided by a diverse and accomplished Board of Directors whose expertise spans finance, healthcare, the social sciences, and nonprofit governance. United by a commitment to the public good, Eleemos integrates principles of corporate social responsibility, impact-oriented investing, social enterprise, and disciplined financial stewardship to advance initiatives that benefit underserved communities. The organization brings together the expertise, capabilities, and resources needed to pursue meaningful charitable objectives while maintaining rigorous compliance with applicable with laws, sound governance standards, and recognized nonprofit best practices.
Nonprofit Governance
The Eleemos Board of Directors provides fiduciary oversight and stewardship of the charitable mission.
Michael J. Grace
President and Director
Civil trial and appellate attorney with nearly four decades of experience. His volunteer service includes Massachusetts General Hospital and the New England Center and Home for Veterans. JD, University of Virginia; AB, Dartmouth College.
Donald B. Melson
Treasurer and Director
Finance director of Danbury Proton LLC and former Vice President and CFO of Mevion Medical Systems. More than 30 years of international experience in life sciences, biotechnology, and medical technology. MBA, Columbia; AB, Brown; MIT Sloan Executive Program.
Elisabeth Peterson
Director and Secretary
Former Vice President and Associate General Counsel of Houghton Mifflin, educator, and former assistant dean of Yale College. Her caregiving experience led her to author Voices of Alzheimer’s. JD, UC Berkeley; EdM, Harvard; BA, Radcliffe.
David J. C. Waters
Director
Thirteen-year Navy veteran engaged in congregational ministry and the Unitarian Universalist ordination process. His background includes religious leadership, counseling, education, program management, and team leadership. MDiv, Harvard; BA, St. Mary’s College of Maryland.
Kent B. Wittenburg, Ph.D.
Director
Retired Vice President and Director of Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories, where he held senior technology and research leadership roles for nearly two decades. Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin; EdM, Boston University; BA, Hampshire College.