Molly Shaw is an independent social impact and philanthropic advisor who supports foundations, corporations, and individual philanthropists. She leads philanthropy for Faison Enterprises, Inc., and advises individuals and families on their philanthropic planning and execution.

Molly served as President and CEO of Communities In Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg from 2011-2020 where she and 125 team members worked to empower, support, and case-manage more than 30,000 students annually. Prior to joining Communities In Schools, Molly launched and led The Charlotte Teachers Institute. She also spent several years at Davidson College in various fundraising roles.

Molly has served on community boards to support organizations that promote early childhood learning, literacy, youth development, college access, supportive housing, foster care and adoption, workforce development, the arts, and women’s collective giving.

A graduate of Davidson College and the Harvard Graduate School of Education, Molly is also an owner of the Carolina Ascent FC professional women’s soccer team. She is married to David Webb and has three children.