new director joins ECF staff
January 8, 2018 | ECF Press Release
Evanston Community Foundation is excited to announce Jessi Donaldson as the new Director of Philanthropy and Communications. She will lead all philanthropic engagement activities for the Foundation.
talents and expertise
Jessi Donaldson joins the ECF team with extensive experience in philanthropy and donor engagement. Most recently, she served as the Director of Engagement and Participation at UIC College of Business where she launched the College’s alumni relations and annual giving program in coordination with the greater UIC capital campaign.
Prior to that, she worked within the Office of Advancement at DePaul University, ultimately as Director of Annual and Special Giving. Her proudest accomplishment at DePaul was the conception and execution of the University’s annual “day of giving” which has grown from achieving 100 donors in one day in 2013 to raising over 1,058 gifts totaling more than $80,000, with an additional $100,000 match in 2017.
more about Jessi
In her personal time, Jessi enjoys walking along the lakefront with her greyhound and cooking for her friends and family. She exercises her love of service as a member of the Auxiliary Board for the Midtown-Metro Foundation where she is also a tutor.
expanding ECF philanthropic giving effofrts
“We created a new position to support the growth and expansion of our philanthropy efforts here at ECF. Jessi will bring a level of experience, initiative and knowledge to the Foundation at just the perfect time," said Monique Jones, President & CEO of ECF.
connecting in the community
Jessi is thrilled to join the Foundation and looks forward to getting to know the community and connecting Evanstonians with opportunities to give. Contact her by email or at the office 847-492-0990.
about the foundation
Founded in 1986, the Evanston Community Foundation helps Evanston thrive now and forever as a just, vibrant, and inclusive community. It builds, connects, and distributes resources and knowledge to Evanston – not just one group, neighborhood or issue — all of Evanston. ECF stands ready to be a thought partner, a collaborator, an investor, a facilitator, and most of all a convener to grow impact. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.