Kimberly Vann
About Kimberly Vann
Kimberly Vann serves as the Director of Foundation Relations & Grants at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in communications and development, she manages foundation relationships and oversees grant opportunities.
Work at Greater Chicago Food Depository
Kimberly Vann serves as the Director of Foundation Relations & Grants at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of strategies aimed at cultivating and stewarding relationships with various foundations. Vann manages a portfolio consisting of 30 foundation and organization relationships, focusing on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. She collaborates with the Community Impact, Finance, and HR Teams to establish connections with key contacts for government funding. Additionally, she plays a significant role in exploring and securing grant opportunities, including overseeing the writing and submission of government funding proposals.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role, Kimberly Vann held several positions in various organizations. She worked at the Illinois Nurses Association as the Associate Director of Communications and Education for 10 months in 2011-2012. Before that, she spent seven years at the American Bar Association, where she served as Communications Coordinator for the Division for Bar Services from 2004 to 2011. Vann also worked at the American Bar Association in multiple roles, including Project Coordinator and Educational Products Assistant, from 1998 to 2004. Additionally, she was the Director of Development at Safer Foundation from 2013 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Kimberly Vann earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Communications from Columbia College Chicago. Her educational background has equipped her with skills relevant to her roles in communications and development. Vann's expertise includes managing foundation relationships, grant writing, and strategic development, which she has applied throughout her career in various nonprofit and organizational settings.
Professional Skills
In her professional capacity, Kimberly Vann demonstrates a strong ability to cultivate and manage relationships with foundations and organizations. Her skills include strategic planning, grant writing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Vann's experience in communications and education enhances her capability to effectively engage stakeholders and secure funding opportunities. Her background in development positions her as a key contributor to the Greater Chicago Food Depository's mission.