Jill Shepherd

Jill Shepherd is an accomplished nonprofit fundraising and communications professional with extensive experience in individual giving strategies. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Membership at ProPublica since March 2017, Jill has successfully led fundraising initiatives and enhanced member engagement. Previously, at Chicago Public Media from 2005 to 2016, Jill held multiple roles including Director of Individual Giving, where oversight of fundraising programs resulted in significant revenue growth and improved conversion rates. Jill's leadership in executing on-air pledge drives and building community partnerships reflects a strong commitment to effective fundraising practices. Additionally, Jill has served on the board of Slow Food Chicago and held management roles at Blitt & Gaines, P.C. Jill holds a B.A. in English from the University of Illinois Chicago.