Michael Ward

Deputy Director of Major Gifts

Michael Ward joined the Media Research Center in 2021. As Deputy Director of Major Gifts, he works on building relationships with conservative philanthropists, helping make sure that their nonprofit investment goals are met.

Prior to the MRC, Michael amassed nearly a decade of experience in New Jersey politics and government, working on local, state, and federal campaigns as well as serving as a legislative aide to a New Jersey state assemblyman.

In his free time during the spring/summer, Michael travels the country to attend Minor and Independent League Baseball games. His goal is to visit every professional baseball stadium in the continental United States before he retires. After retirement, Michael plans to visit them all over again. His favorite teams are the New York Mets (MLB), Somerset Patriots (MiLB), and York Revolution (ALPB).  

 571.267.3452

 mward@mrc.org