Jessica Noe
About Jessica Noe
Jessica Noe serves as the Director of Development and Planned Giving at Feeding America, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in development roles within the organization and holds a B.A. in Psychology from Northern Illinois University.
Current Role at Feeding America
Jessica Noe serves as the Director of Development and Planned Giving at Feeding America, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the administration of the Charitable Gift Annuity program, focusing on donor relations and vendor management. She manages relationships with over 50 planned and deferred gift prospects and donors, developing cultivation and solicitation strategies to enhance donor engagement. Additionally, she coordinates planned giving marketing efforts, including communication materials and direct mail appeals, working closely with various teams such as Marketing & Communications and Strategic Gift Teams.
Previous Experience at Feeding America
Jessica Noe has a significant history with Feeding America, having worked in various roles since 2009. She began as a Meeting Planning Coordinator for six months before transitioning to Development Associate from 2009 to 2011. Following that, she served as Development Manager from 2011 to 2016, where she contributed to the growth of a major gifts program, managing an active portfolio of over 200 prospects. From 2016 to 2021, she held the position of Senior Manager for Development and Planned Giving, further solidifying her expertise in fundraising and donor relations.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Noe earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Northern Illinois University, where she studied from 1998 to 2003. Her educational background provides a foundation for her work in development and planned giving, allowing her to effectively engage with donors and understand their motivations. This expertise is reflected in her strategic approach to managing donor relationships and developing cultivation strategies.
Prior Work Experience
Before her extensive tenure at Feeding America, Jessica Noe held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as an Education and Program Services Coordinator at SmithBucklin from 2006 to 2007 and as an Education Coordinator at the National Association of the Remodeling Industry from 2007 to 2009. These roles provided her with experience in program management and education, which she has applied in her subsequent positions in nonprofit development.
Internship and Training Contributions
In her current role at Feeding America, Jessica Noe plays a key role in onboarding and training interns and temporary employees focused on planned giving. This responsibility highlights her commitment to developing future talent in the nonprofit sector and ensuring that new team members are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their roles.