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Jessie Krafft
Senior Vice President of External Affairs at CAF America
Jessie Krafft is the Interim Chief Executive Officer at CAF America, a position she has held since December 2023. She has been with the organization since 2011, progressing through various roles including Senior Vice President of External Affairs and Vice President of Donor Advised and Grant Services.135
Professional Background
Krafft's career at CAF America began as a Grants Assistant, where she managed grantee reports and contributed to the implementation of new grants management systems. Over the years, she has taken on increasing responsibilities, overseeing grantmaking operations and managing a team dedicated to donor advised funds. Her expertise lies in international grantmaking and compliance with local laws regarding foreign funding.234
Education and Certifications
Jessie holds a Master's degree in International Development from American University and dual bachelor's degrees in Anthropology and Spanish from Virginia Commonwealth University, where she graduated summa cum laude. Additionally, she has an Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Georgetown University and certifications in Anti-Money Laundering from the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).123
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional endeavors, Jessie enjoys playing guitar and cooking, reflecting her diverse interests beyond the nonprofit sector.2
