Amit has served as CEO of Philanthropy Kids since its inception in 2011. he oversees the systems and people that further Philanthropy Kids’ strategic goals to build a generation of givers through its education and innovation programs. He works with education, nonprofit, and civic leaders to establish the necessary partnerships that sustain and grow Philanthropy Kids’ impact in the region.

Amit previously worked at the Commit Partnership where he served on the Analytics team and helped construct data-driven arguments to advance equitable public education in Texas. Amit has also held a variety of roles throughout his career at Lockheed Martin, AT&T, and the Dallas Regional Chamber.

Amit currently sits on the Board of Directors of HungerBusters, November Project, Watering Hole Collective, and the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Emerging Leaders Society. His community involvement also includes volunteering with nonprofits big and small, such as the Communities Foundation of Texas, Genesis Women’s Shelter, Healthy Futures of Texas, Tango Charities, Social Venture Partners of Dallas, Union Coffee and more.

Amit attended Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX where he studied Electrical Engineering. When possible, Amit enjoys spending time with friends and family exploring new restaurants, going to the movies, and walking through un-walkable parts of Dallas.