Jessica Belsky

Jessica Belsky is the Director of Communications and Marketing at the Council on Foundations. She has extensive experience in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors, previously managing nonprofit communications and programs for Fidelity Charitable. Before that, she directed marketing services at the Silicon Valley Community Foundation and held various communications roles at organizations such as the YMCA of Silicon Valley, GreatNonprofits.org, and Change.org.

Belsky emphasizes the importance of storytelling in engaging audiences and is dedicated to amplifying the work and narratives within the sector. She holds a BA in English from the University of Miami, along with certificates in Marketing Strategy from Cornell University and Advanced Project Management from Stanford University. Outside of her professional work, she is passionate about nature conservation and serves on the fundraising committee of her local land conservancy. In her free time, she enjoys activities like ballet, reading, and exploring local restaurants.123