Director of Fundraising Services

Jessica Grossnickle

Wynnewood, PA

Jessica is a fundraising powerhouse with nearly 20 years of success driving exceptional results for her clients and her team at Evolve. Specializing in large capital and comprehensive campaigns, she empowers professional and volunteer leaders to secure six-, seven-, and eight-figure gifts that transform organizations. With a talent for crafting compelling messaging, Jessica brings nonprofits' stories to life through engaging and persuasive campaign materials, ensuring every initiative resonates deeply with donors. She leads a team that focuses on building sustainable fundraising models for nonprofits at all stages of growth, including JCCs, health and human service organizations, and faith-based nonprofits.

Jessica’s impressive career includes leadership roles at organizations such as PAWS Chicago, Girls on the Run, and Connections for Abused Women and their Children, where she refined her expertise in developing high-impact fundraising strategies. At Evolve, her extensive and loyal client portfolio stems from a proven track record of delivering results, earning clients' trust, and fostering successful repeat partnerships. Known for her keen insight into giving trends and innovative campaign design, Jessica consistently offers fresh, out-of-the-box approaches.

A leader who practices what she preaches, Jessica is deeply committed to her community. She volunteers with Girl Scouts of America, Paws and Affection, and as a coach for Girls on the Run. Jessica holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia.

Team(s)

Fundraising

Recent clients

  • CURE Epilepsy 
  • Keshet 
  • Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
  • Reel Start

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Virginia

Interests

Jessica enjoys running, rowing, coffee, friends and family.