Generous with her time and her talents, Sheela Murthy has given much to organizations that serve communities locally, nationally, and globally. She has a seat on numerous boards and councils, which are critical to the operation of these organizations. As a part of these active, governing bodies she shares in the responsibility for overseeing activities and voting on affairs. Board memberships are not intended to be permanent positions, but typically last for two-to-five years, depending upon the organization.
murthynayak.org
MurthyNAYAK Foundation
2002-Present
Following the events of 9/11, Sheela Murthy and Vasant Nayak responded by establishing the MurthyNAYAK Foundation, a family foundation created to support nonprofit organizations that serve women, children, and immigrants in the United States, especially around Baltimore, MD. They also support NGOs that serve women and children in India, particularly around Bangalore. Thus they work to give back to their adopted country and their native homeland.
www.jhpiego.org
JHPIEGO
2010-Present
An international, nonprofit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University, Jhpiego has worked to prevent the needless deaths of women and their families for 40 years and in more than 155 countries.
artbma.org
Baltimore Museum of Art
2019-Present
The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) was founded more than a century ago, on the principle that access to art and ideas is integral to a vibrant and healthy city. This is at the core of the BMA and what they do. The Board of Trustees offers leadership in support of the core mission of the institution, and commitment to ensuring its strength.
mica.edu/
Maryland Institute, College of Art
2019-Present
The Maryland Institute, College of Art (MICA) is among the top art colleges in the country. Founded in 1826, it is the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art and design in the country. MICA has a deep commitment to the community of Baltimore.
unitedwaynefl.org
United Way of Northeast Florida
2025-Present (Chair, Tocqueville Society)
At United Way of Northeast Florida, they work to create a community of opportunity where everyone has hope and can reach their full potential. The ALICE Report publishes annually each spring to shed light on financial hardship and inspire people to join them in solving the daily challenges these families face.
Past Boards & Councils
Among Murthy’s past service to boards, councils, and committees:
- Maryland Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Chair, Board of Directors (2020-2022)
- Stevenson University, Board of Trustees (2008-2017, 2019-2022)
- Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Eastern Region, Board of Directors (2011-2021)
- ASHA for Women, Washington D.C., Board of Advisors (2009-2020)
- TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs) D.C., President, Board of Directors (2018)
- Maryland Chamber of Commerce, Chair, Board of Directors, (2015-2017)
- Pratham D.C., Board of Directors (2010-2016)
- United Way of Central Maryland (UWCM), Board of Directors (2009-2015)
- UWCM Chair of the Campaign (2019) & Tocqueville Society Chair (2023-2024)
- United Way Worldwide, Chair, Leadership Council for India (2011-2015)
- Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, Chair, Board of Directors (2010-2014)
- Harvard Law School, Dean’s Advisory Council, Cambridge, MA (2009-2012)
- Bar Association of Baltimore City, YLS, Executive Committee (1989-1994)
