M’Lisa Colbert is Manager, Transformation & Partnerships at Community Foundations of Canada, where she supports the development of strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives that advance community impact across the country. Her work focuses on building relationships, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and helping partners align their goals with initiatives that strengthen communities and the philanthropic sector.
M’Lisa brings experience across international development, social innovation, systems change, and community development. Throughout her career, she has worked with nonprofit organizations, governments, philanthropic institutions, and social enterprises to design and advance initiatives that address complex social, economic, and environmental challenges.
Based in Montréal, M’Lisa’s work is informed by a particular interest in urban systems, climate resilience, food systems, and community-led development. She is passionate about building partnerships that connect people, resources, and ideas to create lasting change and strengthen the conditions for communities to thrive.