Phyllis Bennett, Chief of Staff
For more than four decades, I have had the privilege of working alongside our Founder and Chairman, Randal “Ran” Moore, witnessing firsthand the thoughtful discipline and long-term vision that have guided the stewardship of the family’s financial and philanthropic endeavors. The establishment of the Private Office reflects that vision—an enduring commitment to careful governance, discretion, and continuity across generations.
The purpose of the office extends beyond the administration of assets. It exists to provide a unified and organized framework through which investment oversight, estate and trust administration, and philanthropic initiatives may be managed with clarity, coordination, and integrity. In carrying out this role, the Private Office works closely with a network of respected legal, financial, and institutional partners to ensure that each matter entrusted to our care is approached with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
Equally important is the preservation of the principles that have long guided this work. Under Mr. Moore’s leadership, the Private Office supports responsible stewardship of capital, meaningful philanthropic engagement, and the thoughtful preparation of future generations to carry forward both opportunity and responsibility.
It has been my privilege to contribute to this mission and to support the enduring legacy of stewardship, generosity, and purposeful leadership that defines the work of the Private Office.
— Phyllis Bennett
Chief of Staff
Because We Can, Because We Must
Regina Uberti Executive Director of Philanthropy, Jeffery Minton, CFO and Phylls Bennett, Chief of Staff
As Executive Director of Philanthropy for The Moore Family Trust Foundation, I am privileged to engage with individuals and institutions whose lives and missions are meaningfully advanced through the work of the Foundation—work that is guided, in every respect, by the vision and leadership of our Chairman, Randal “Ran” Moore.
While my professional career has long been dedicated to the field of development, it was upon joining MFTF that I came to fully appreciate the enduring nature of philanthropic relationships. Under Mr. Moore’s leadership, these engagements extend far beyond the transactional; they are enduring partnerships rooted in trust, shared purpose, and a steadfast commitment to advancing meaningful and lasting change.
Mr. Moore articulates the Foundation’s guiding philosophy with clarity and conviction: “Because We Can, Because We Must.” This principle is not merely aspirational—it is operational. It defines the ethos of the Foundation, informs our strategic direction, and compels us toward measurable outcomes that improve and, in many cases, transform lives.
At the center of the Foundation’s work is Mr. Moore’s singular ability to recognize both the potential within individuals and the broader impact of well-directed philanthropy. His leadership reflects a disciplined yet deeply personal approach—one that balances institutional engagement with a genuine understanding of human need. Whether supporting leading academic and medical institutions or advancing community-based initiatives, his vision consistently elevates the role of philanthropy as a force for meaningful progress.
The Foundation’s transformational support of medical research is a direct extension of this leadership. Our commitments are not simply financial—they are catalytic. Through sustained investment in cancer research, clinical trials, pharmacological innovation, and patient-centered treatment advancements, the Foundation contributes to work that is saving lives on a global scale. By funding fellowships and programs at leading medical centers, teaching hospitals, and research laboratories, Mr. Moore’s vision continues to advance the frontiers of medicine in areas of greatest urgency and consequence.
Education remains a defining pillar of Mr. Moore’s philanthropic philosophy. He has long maintained that education serves as the essential bridge between present reality and future possibility. In alignment with this belief, The Moore Family Trust Foundation currently supports more than 650 full college scholarships, investing in individuals whose promise, discipline, and leadership will shape a more capable and compassionate world.
Mr. Moore’s confidence in the capacity of others to contribute meaningfully to society is both expansive and deeply held. It is a conviction that permeates the Foundation’s culture and informs every initiative we undertake.
Importantly, the work of the Foundation extends well beyond the issuance of grants. In keeping with Mr. Moore’s standards, our philanthropic team maintains a disciplined, hands-on approach—ensuring that capital is thoughtfully deployed, rigorously evaluated, and effectively utilized. This level of engagement reflects a broader commitment to accountability, partnership, and measurable impact, ensuring that each initiative not only fulfills its intended purpose but contributes to a lasting and meaningful legacy.
Legacy, The Next Generation of Giving, and the Discipline of Curiosity
Legacy, in its truest sense, is not defined by accumulation, but by continuation. It is the deliberate act of shaping a future that one may never personally witness, yet fully intends to influence. Within this framework, generational giving becomes more than philanthropy—it becomes stewardship, a disciplined commitment to ensuring that values, opportunity, and responsibility are carried forward with clarity and purpose.
Generational giving reflects a long-view philosophy. It is not concerned with singular acts, but with sustained impact. It recognizes that the most meaningful contributions are those that establish continuity—structures, institutions, and pathways that endure beyond a lifetime. Endowed research, educational access, and institutional partnerships are not simply investments in the present; they are commitments to an evolving future, designed to empower successive generations to build, refine, and extend what has been set in motion.
At the heart of this philosophy lies an often underappreciated force: curiosity.
Curiosity is the catalyst that transforms philanthropy from obligation into exploration. It is the intellectual discipline that compels one to ask not only what is needed today, but what may be possible tomorrow. It drives inquiry into the unknown, encourages engagement with emerging ideas, and invites a deeper understanding of the human condition across disciplines—from medicine and science to education and the arts.
The wonder of curiosity lies in its refusal to accept limitation. It seeks out unanswered questions, challenges existing boundaries, and fuels the pursuit of discovery. When coupled with generational giving, curiosity becomes a powerful instrument—guiding capital, attention, and effort toward areas where the potential for impact is not yet fully realized, but deeply felt.
To give with curiosity is to invest in possibility. It is to support not only what is proven, but what is promising. It requires both conviction and humility: conviction in the belief that progress is attainable, and humility in recognizing that the most significant breakthroughs often emerge from spaces not yet fully understood.
In this way, legacy is not static. It is dynamic, shaped continuously by those who inherit it and choose to advance it. Each generation becomes both beneficiary and steward—entrusted with the responsibility to preserve core values while applying them in ways that reflect the evolving needs of society.
A lasting mark, therefore, is not measured solely in scale, but in continuity of purpose. It is found in the student who, given opportunity, becomes a leader. In the researcher whose work extends life. In the institution strengthened to serve more broadly and more effectively. It is reflected in the quiet but profound transfer of belief—from one generation to the next—that progress is both possible and necessary.
To seek such a legacy is to embrace both responsibility and imagination. It is to recognize that while one may not control the future, one can meaningfully shape its direction.
And in that pursuit, curiosity remains the constant—guiding, questioning, and ultimately ensuring that what is built today is not only preserved, but expanded upon tomorrow.
Because We Can, Because We Must: A Legacy Lived Through Leadership.
Legacy is not simply left—it is lived. And under the leadership of Randal “Ran” Moore, this principle is neither abstract nor aspirational; it is practiced with intention, discipline, and a clear sense of responsibility.
Mr. Moore has long maintained that the privilege of capacity—whether financial, intellectual, or institutional—carries with it an obligation. This belief is captured in the Foundation’s guiding philosophy: “Because We Can, Because We Must.” It is a statement that moves beyond rhetoric. It defines a way of operating, a standard of engagement, and a measure by which action is expected to follow ability.
To live a legacy, as Mr. Moore demonstrates, is to act with the understanding that resources are not endpoints, but instruments. They are to be directed thoughtfully, deployed strategically, and aligned with outcomes that extend beyond the present moment. In this sense, philanthropy becomes not an act of giving alone, but an act of stewardship—one that reflects both foresight and accountability.
Mr. Moore’s leadership in this area is distinguished by a rare combination of clarity and conviction. He approaches legacy not as a retrospective concept, but as an active, ongoing responsibility. His decisions consistently reflect a long-view perspective—favoring investments that create enduring frameworks over those that offer only immediate visibility. Whether through advancing medical research, supporting educational access, or strengthening institutional capacity, his work is guided by the belief that meaningful impact must be sustained, not momentary.
The philosophy of “Because We Can, Because We Must” reinforces this approach. It removes ambiguity from action. It establishes that the ability to contribute is, in itself, a call to do so—and to do so with rigor, purpose, and measurable intent. Under Mr. Moore’s direction, this principle has become embedded within the culture of The Moore Family Trust Foundation, shaping both strategy and execution.
Importantly, this leadership extends beyond capital deployment. Mr. Moore places significant emphasis on engagement—on understanding where resources are applied, how they are utilized, and what outcomes they produce. This hands-on approach ensures that philanthropy is not passive, but participatory. It reflects a belief that legacy is strengthened not only by what is given, but by how closely one remains connected to its impact.
In living this philosophy, Mr. Moore also establishes a standard for generational continuity. Legacy, as he defines it, is not confined to a single lifetime. It is something to be carried forward—refined, expanded, and reinterpreted by those who follow. By embedding values of responsibility, curiosity, and disciplined giving into the Foundation’s work, he ensures that future stewards inherit not only resources, but a clear framework for their use.
To lead in this manner is to recognize that legacy is built in real time. It is shaped through decisions that prioritize enduring value over immediate recognition, and through actions that reflect a consistent alignment between capacity and responsibility.
Ultimately, the integration of these principles—living one’s legacy and acting because one can—defines the work of The Moore Family Trust Foundation. It is a model of philanthropy that is both purposeful and sustained, grounded in leadership that understands a simple but profound truth:
What we are able to do carries with it the responsibility to act—and to ensure that such action endures.
Because We Can, Because We Must.
Moore Family Trust Foundation
Excellence
The Moore Family Trust Foundation and its Founder and Chairman, Randal “Ran” Moore, are honored to be recognized among the leading philanthropists of 2024–2026. This distinction reflects an enduring commitment to transformational philanthropy, humanitarian stewardship, and support for institutions and initiatives that advance education, medical research, and the well-being of communities worldwide.