Leadership Change at Grundy Foundation Starting October 1st
Eugene J. Williams concludes his tenure as Executive Director after 22 years, and Jameson Gilpatrick assumes the role
Bristol, PA, September 24, 2025 – The Grundy Foundation’s Board of Trustees announces that Jameson (Jamie) Gilpatrick will assume the position of Executive Director as of October 1, 2025, following the retirement of Eugene (Gene) J. Williams, who will be named Executive Director Emeritus. This leadership transition, originally planned for January 1, 2026, has been expedited because of the seamless and effective working relationship between Mr. Williams and Mr. Gilpatrick.
“I have full confidence in Jamie’s capabilities. In our time together, he has proven himself to be a highly confident and effective leader. His dedication and vision made him the right person to guide the Foundation into its next phase,” Mr. Williams said.
To celebrate over two decades of dedicated leadership, the Board of Trustees will rename the exhibit room in the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library after Mr. Williams. The board and staff will host a reception in mid-November in the library for the dedication. To commemorate the occasion, a plaque will be unveiled during the reception to which donors and special guests from the community will be invited.
“Gene’s 22 years of visionary leadership have shaped the Foundation, as well as the Grundy Library and the Grundy Museum, in profound ways, leaving a legacy that will be felt for generations. We are excited to see how Jamie’s extensive experience and passion for our work will lead us into the future,” said Frederick LaValley, Board Chair of the Grundy Foundation.
“It has been my honor to lead the Foundation over these last two decades. I am eager to support the archives project in my retirement and continuing to contribute to the story of our institution,” said Mr. Williams.
As the new Executive Director, Mr. Gilpatrick steps into the role with 30 years of nonprofit experience. His mission-driven leadership style emphasizes collaboration and innovation, which he will use to strengthen the Foundation’s programs and services in Bristol Borough, Bucks County and beyond.
“I thank Gene for his support and guidance over these last months. His advice and counsel have been integral to my success so far and I am grateful to him,” said Mr. Gilpatrick. “Building on the great work he has done and with the support of our Board of Trustees, dedicated staff, and the community, I look forward to leading the Foundation into its next chapter.”
The Grundy Foundation serves the Bristol Borough community through the Last Will & Testament of Joseph R. Grundy. Through his generosity, the Foundation oversees the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library and the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Museum, providing resources and leadership to empower them to fulfill their missions and to serve as leading hubs of knowledge, culture, and inspiration for the Bristol Borough community, Pennsylvania, and beyond. Both the Library and the Museum were named in honor of Joseph’s only sister, Margaret. The Foundation also helps non-profit organizations achieve their missions through a grant program and other means of support.
