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Francis Xavier Mizner

Digital Marketing Associate

Francis Xavier Mizner is a digital marketing associate at Philanthropy Roundtable. Before the Roundtable, Francis served as a research assistant with the California Policy Center in collaboration with the Stand Together Foundation, where he researched, wrote and published articles on policy issues and current events.

Francis has helped small businesses grow and network via social media through his own LLC, and worked as a sports beat reporter throughout his time in college. Francis specializes in utilizing social media tools, policy research and writing.

Originally from Erie, Pennsylvania, Francis graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Arts in broadcast journalism, along with a minor in entrepreneurial innovation.

Authored by Francis Xavier Mizner

    • April 22, 2026

    The Role of Civil Society in Supporting Foster Youth

    • February 9, 2026

    Turning the Workplace into the New Learning Place with Reach University

    • December 8, 2025

    Philanthropy Roundtable Files Amicus Brief in Buckeye v. IRS in Support of Protecting Donor Privacy

    • November 6, 2025

    Marcus Ruzek: Bernie Marcus’ Legacy Endures

    • September 12, 2025

    Jack Salmon in The Giving Review Discussing Nonprofit Independence