Becky Pinter has devoted her professional life to transforming the landscape of pediatric cancer advocacy and nonprofit leadership. She guides vital initiatives that bring hope, resources, and groundbreaking research to children and families affected by life-threatening illnesses. As president and chief executive officer of the MACC Fund, she has become a driving force behind efforts to fund innovative treatments and support services, while building partnerships that strengthen the fight against childhood cancer and blood disorders. Her career reflects not only a passion for improving lives but also a belief in the power of collaboration, compassion, and strategic leadership to create lasting change.
Ms. Pinter’s academic foundation has played a significant role in shaping her career. She earned a Master of Science from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee and a Bachelor of Arts from Cardinal Church University. She also completed executive education coursework at Harvard Kennedy School of Executive Education. This educational background equipped her with the analytical tools, leadership strategies, and organizational management skills that continue to guide her work in the nonprofit sector. Her contributions have been recognized through numerous accolades, including selection for the “40 Under 40” awards, which highlight her leadership, vision, and influence within the nonprofit sector and the broader community.
In her role at the MACC Fund, Ms. Pinter oversees daily operations, manages communications, meets with medical professionals and donors, and leads collaborative efforts to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer research. Her leadership was especially impactful during the COVID-19 pandemic. At a time when many organizations faced closures, she ensured the MACC Fund remained active and effective. Recognizing the rise in pediatric cancer diagnoses and rare cases during this period, she guided her team to achieve their most successful fundraising year to date. Through compelling storytelling and meaningful community engagement, the organization consistently raised millions annually, underscoring her ability to inspire sustained support.
Before assuming her leadership position, Ms. Pinter was the chief operating officer for the MACC Fund, where she played a key role in strategic planning, program development and donor relations. Her journey with the organization began years earlier as a dedicated volunteer. What started as participation in a single basketball tournament evolved into a deep, long-term commitment as she took on increasing responsibilities, including serving on the Women for MACC board while pursuing her education. These early experiences helped her understand the mission on a deeply personal level and laid the foundation for her lifelong dedication to pediatric cancer advocacy.
Ms. Pinter’s impact extends beyond the MACC Fund. She is actively involved in a variety of civic and health care initiatives, serving on the advisory board and executive committee for UW Health Carbone Cancer Center and the advisory board for UW Health American Family Children’s Hospital. Additionally, she is a member of the board of trustees at Mount Mary University, participates on the Kellner Literacy Board and Franciscan Shore Board, serves on the leadership board for Children’s Wisconsin, and contributes to the executive committee for Community Smiles Dental. These roles reflect her belief in addressing the many interconnected challenges facing children and families navigating cancer and health care systems.
Looking to the future, Ms. Pinter intends to guide the MACC Fund toward an ambitious expansion of its fundraising strategy. She aims to diversify revenue sources by emphasizing major gifts, planned giving, and individual donor engagement beyond event-based campaigns. Her vision is to increase financial support for research into the hundreds of pediatric cancer subtypes and to drive continued advancements in treatment, survivorship care and quality of life. Through her dedication, she continues to champion the cause of children and families affected by cancer, working toward a future where every child has the opportunity not only to survive but to thrive.