Meet the Philanthropy Team

Chief Philanthropy Officer

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Justin is chief philanthropy officer at Texas Methodist Foundation. Justin joined TMF in 2013 after nearly a decade working in various fundraising roles at Southwestern University, including the university’s successful $150 million comprehensive campaign. Justin leads all aspects of TMF’s fundraising and gift planning programs.

Justin holds Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, where he currently serves on the Board of Visitors. He went on to receive a Master of Business Administration from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. Additionally, Justin is a past president of the Charitable Gift Planners of Austin and holds the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) designation.

Director of Philanthropy

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Pamela Gray, director of philanthropy, gift planning, started in September of 2023 at TMF. Prior to arriving, she was the national personal philanthropy director at Disabled American Veterans (DAV) in Erlanger, Kentucky, where she managed a team of eleven, focused on individual relationships and gift-planning activities. Pamela has also served as the senior director of philanthropy and alumni at the University of Kentucky (UK), College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Prior to her return to Kentucky in 2016, she worked as a director, gift planning at Rice University in Houston, Texas.

Pamela has over 29 years of experience in planned giving, major gifts, marketing, public relations, special events, and fundraising data management from previous positions at the University of Denver, Boys and Girls Clubs, Alzheimer’s Association, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, Colorado Historical Society and Denver Dumb Friends League (Humane Society of Denver, Inc.). Pamela holds a Master of Professional Studies degree in Leadership in Organizations from the University of Denver and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Kentucky in communications.

Assistant Vice President for Trust & Endowment Administration

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Karyl is a dedicated professional with over 31 years of experience at the Texas Methodist Foundation. She began in the loan department and seamlessly transitioned to managing investment, endowment, trust, and life income accounts, demonstrating versatility and adaptability. Karyl currently oversees the endowment, trust, and life income funds, ensuring smooth operation and growth. Her attention to detail and comprehensive financial knowledge make her an invaluable asset to clients.

With prior experience in banking and specialization in loans, Karyl brings a well-rounded perspective to the role, delivering exceptional service to valued clients. Holding a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Texas Tech University, Karyl demonstrates her commitment to continuous learning and professional development. This commitment ensures she remains a trusted advisor in financial management, delivering exceptional service to valued clients.