Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton Names Lisa Kubisiak Executive Director

TRENTON, NJ – Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Kubisiak as its incoming Executive Director. Bringing more than two decades of leadership experience in nonprofit, healthcare and human services organizations, Kubisiak will lead the agency's mission of serving individuals, families and communities throughout Central New Jersey.

Before joining Catholic Charities, Kubisiak spent nearly a decade leading ResCare in New Jersey. As Executive Director, she managed 250+ staff members and a $20M+ budget while overseeing statewide programs for individuals with specialized needs.

Prior to her role at ResCare, Kubisiak held senior leadership roles at Bancroft, where she led strategic planning and program development initiatives, drove business expansion and acquisitions, built key public and private partnerships and developed innovative community service models. Her nonprofit leadership also includes executive board positions with the New Jersey Association of Community Providers and Mental Health Partnerships in Philadelphia.

A respected advocate and leader, Kubisiak has built a career focused on operational excellence, mission impact, strategic growth and expanding access to services for vulnerable populations.

"Lisa's extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, program development, government relations and service delivery makes her exceptionally well-positioned to lead Catholic Charities into its next chapter," said Dolores Kelley, Board of Trustees Chair. "Her commitment to serving those most in need aligns deeply with our mission and values."

Kubisiak earned a Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership from La Salle University and a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from The Pennsylvania State University. Throughout her career, she has earned recognition for building high-performing teams, cultivating strategic partnerships and implementing initiatives that strengthen organizational sustainability while improving outcomes for those served.

"I am honored to join Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, and to continue its long tradition of compassionate service," said Kubisiak. "I look forward to working alongside our dedicated staff, community partners, donors, volunteers and diocesan leadership to advance our mission and meet the evolving needs of the people and communities we serve.”