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Ria Akhilesh

Intern

Ria Akhilesh
Ria Akhilesh

Ria, who joined Benefactor Group as an intern in 2023, supports a variety of fundraising projects, contributing her skills in research, data analysis, and professional writing. Through her role, Ria supports the Benefactor Group team in serving clients, contributes to research exploring larger industry trends, and assists with firm marketing and administration. Currently pursuing a degree in business administration with a concentration in finance at The Ohio State University, Ria brings a strong academic foundation and a passion for making a positive impact in the nonprofit sector. She is actively involved in leadership and writing programs at Ohio State and is both a National Buckeye Scholar and Maximus Scholar. She is curious and eager to contribute to organizations serving the common good.

Publications

  • Giving USA Special Report Generations and Giving: A Literature Review on Philanthropic Trends Across Generations. Link.

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