Jill Thompson
About Jill Thompson
Jill Thompson is a Manager at Operation Food Search, where she has worked since 2017, focusing on strengthening agency relations and collaborating with over 200 partner agencies to combat hunger in Missouri and Illinois. She holds a Master of Theological Studies and a Master of Divinity, and previously served as Director of Strategic Initiatives at Generate Health STL and Director of Child Health Advocacy at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Work at Operation Food Search
Jill Thompson has served as a Manager at Operation Food Search since 2017. In this role, she has focused on strengthening agency relations and enhancing collaboration with partner organizations. Her efforts have involved working with over 200 partner agencies across 30 counties in Missouri and Illinois. This collaboration aims to address hunger issues effectively and improve food security in the region.
Education and Expertise
Jill Thompson holds a Master of Theological Studies degree in Ethics from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, which she completed from 1995 to 1996. Additionally, she earned a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Eden Theological Seminary, studying from 1993 to 1995. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in ethical considerations, which informs her work in community service and advocacy.
Background in Strategic Initiatives
Before joining Operation Food Search, Jill Thompson worked at Generate Health STL as the Director of Strategic Initiatives from 2005 to 2017. In this capacity, she contributed to various health initiatives aimed at improving community health outcomes. Her experience in this role spanned 12 years and equipped her with valuable skills in program development and strategic planning.
Previous Experience in Child Health Advocacy
Jill Thompson also has experience in child health advocacy, having served as the Director of Child Health Advocacy at St. Louis Children's Hospital from 2004 to 2005. In this position, she focused on promoting child health initiatives and advocating for policies that support the well-being of children in the community.