Jessica Hood
About Jessica Hood
Jessica Hood is a Grants Manager with extensive experience in development and grant management. She has worked at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid since 2019 and has held various roles in organizations focused on employment and legal aid.
Current Role as Grants Manager
Jessica Hood serves as the Grants Manager at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing grant applications, managing funding opportunities, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. Her work contributes to the organization's mission of providing legal services to low-income individuals in Texas.
Previous Experience in Grants Management
Before her current role, Jessica Hood worked as the Assistant Grants Manager at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid for nine months in 2019. Additionally, she held various positions at the Center for Employment Opportunities, including Senior Development Associate and Development Director, where she focused on development operations and grant management.
Career Background in Nonprofit Sector
Jessica Hood has a diverse background in the nonprofit sector. She began her career as a Development Coordinator with Reading Partners, where she served as an AmeriCorps*VISTA from 2014 to 2015. She also gained experience as a Planning and Development Associate and Development Operations Manager at the Center for Employment Opportunities, contributing to various development initiatives.
Educational Background at Georgetown University
Jessica Hood earned her Bachelor’s Degree in International Politics from Georgetown University, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. This educational foundation has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in grants management and nonprofit development.
Internship Experience
Jessica Hood interned at Women's Action for New Directions in Washington, DC, from 2013 to 2014. This internship provided her with early exposure to nonprofit operations and advocacy, further shaping her career path in the nonprofit sector.