Troy "The Burg" Robinson is the Chief Development Officer at Kesem, where he leads national fundraising strategy, major gift development, corporate partnerships, and donor engagement efforts. With more than 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Troy has raised over $1 billion in philanthropic support for mission-driven organizations, including Habitat for Humanity, Camp Fire, Rise Against Hunger, and The Trevor Project.
A passionate advocate for equity and impact, Troy is motivated by the belief that every child deserves support, connection, and a sense of belonging, especially in life’s most difficult moments. His work at Kesem allows him to combine purpose and strategy to create lasting change for families impacted by a parent’s cancer. Troy is deeply committed to building inclusive teams, advancing sustainable philanthropy, and mentoring the next generation of nonprofit leaders.
He lives with his wife, Torri, and their six children in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Outside work, Troy enjoys coaching youth sports, cheering on his favorite football and basketball teams, and finding joy in family dinners. A fun fact: he once played professional football overseas before realizing his true calling was in service through the nonprofit sector.