Elizabeth Finn, center-middle, white sweater
Carver celebrates a leader whose steady hand shaped The Carver for a generation.
33+ Years of service. 3.5 Years at Carver. 10 Years with P2P.
On a warm spring day recently, surrounded by colleagues, community members, and dear friends, the Carver bid a heartfelt farewell to Elizabeth Finn — a financial leader whose dedication, wisdom, and warmth have been woven into the fabric of this organization.
The going-away party was held at the Carver Community Center — itself a living testament to Elizabeth's impact. The building is currently under construction through the summer to complete a two-story Teen Center and sweeping renovations that include a new entrance and elevator. That transformation is possible, in no small part, because of Elizabeth's leadership and fiscal excellence over the years.
The celebration
Led by Carver CEO Novelette Peterkin, the party was filled with heartfelt tributes from staff and community members who gathered to honor everything Elizabeth has given to Carver. One after another, colleagues spoke of her steadying presence, her generosity of spirit, and the quiet confidence she brought to even the most complex financial challenges.
"Elizabeth brought more than financial stewardship to Carver — she brought integrity, grace, and a genuine belief in the mission we share,” said Novelette Peterkin, CEO.
Stories flowed freely — of budget meetings navigated with calm and clarity, of guidance offered generously to all staff, of the kind of institutional memory that simply cannot be replicated.
A legacy built to last
Nearly 13 years of combined nonprofit financial leadership across Carver and Person-to-Person
A culture of fiscal transparency and accountability that will endure for years to come
Elizabeth's journey in nonprofit finance is remarkable. She first joined Person-to-Person in November 2012 as a Finance Associate, rising to Chief Operating Officer before becoming Chief Financial Officer at Carver in December 2022. Before her nonprofit career, she served as Vice President at Signet Bank of Virginia and Assistant Vice President at Chemical Bank, bringing with her an MBA from the University of Richmond and deep financial expertise she ultimately devoted to the public good.
What's next
Elizabeth steps into this next chapter having earned every moment of it. Whether she is exploring new adventures, spending time with loved ones, or simply enjoying a well-deserved rest, the entire Carver family wishes her joy and good health in every mile and year ahead.
The Carver Foundation of Norwalk extends its deepest gratitude to Elizabeth Finn for her extraordinary service. We are better because of you — and we will carry your example forward.