Candace Woods Heitzman

Candace Woods Heitzman brings nearly 20 years of experience helping nonprofits and companies build high-impact corporate partnerships that drive revenue, elevate brand relevance, and advance social good. Throughout her career, including senior leadership roles at ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and March of Dimes, she has designed national partnership platforms spanning health equity, youth development, and community investment. Her track record includes managing nearly $200 million in annual corporate revenue and launching landmark initiatives like Bridgestone’s Driving Great Futures campaign, which has raised nearly $30 million for youth programs since 2015.

Now at For Momentum, Candace leverages her 360-degree perspective as both a former client and experienced nonprofit executive to help organizations move beyond transactional fundraising into scalable, sustainable partnerships. Grounded in digital strategy from her time as chief social impact strategist at HigherVisibility and deeply connected to her community in Memphis, she blends innovative storytelling with data-informed execution to help leaders navigate complex decisions and achieve long-term growth.