David M. Beckmann

David M. Beckmann is an American pastor and economist. He was the president of Bread for the World from 1991 to 2020.

Early life and education

Beckmann was born in Nebraska. He received a BA from Yale University. After graduating, he studied religion in rural Ghana. In 1974, he earned a Master of Divinity from Christ Seminary and in 1975, a Master of Science degree in Economics from the London School of Economics.

Career

In September 1991, Beckmann succeeded Arthur Simon as president of Bread for the World. He retired from the position in 2020.
Beckmann is currently the Coordinator of the Circle of Protection.

Awards and honors

Beckmann was awarded the 2010 World Food Prize for his work as president of Bread for the World.

Books

Eden Revival: Spiritual Churches in Ghana
The Overseas List
with R. Agarwala, S. Burmester, and I. Serageldin Friday Morning Reflections at the World Bank: Essays on Values and Development
Grace at the Table: Ending Hunger in God's World
''Exodus from Hunger: We Are Called to Change the Politics of Hunger''