Jessica L. Hipchen2930 Ponkan Pines Drive • Apopka, FL 32712 • (912)242-2572 • jhipchen1225@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:Extensive knowledge and experience that would benefit nonprofits on multiple platforms; working in churches, adoption programs, nonprofit organizations, child welfare, domestic and international education, and diverse cultures. Proficiency in specific nonprofit needs ranging from fundraising and grant writing to needs assessments and program evaluations.

EDUCATIONThe University of Georgia Athens, GABachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science Minor in SpanishMay 2014Master of Arts in Nonprofit OrganizationsSeptember 2015

WORK EXPERIENCEBethany Christian Services Internship July 2015-September 2015 Winter Garden, FL Collaborating, planning, and coordinating the annual banquet fundraiser Assisted with assessment and documentation for home studies regarding children’s placements Created a communication protocol policy relating to adoptive families and birth parents Conducted field work for Pregnancy Counseling Program, Adoption Program Arranged and facilitated meetings with birth parents and adoptive families and community partnersAthens Tutorial Program August 2014-May 2015 Athens, GA Organized and conducted a fundraiser, coordinating with numerous local businesses to donate a percentage of their

profits to benefit Athens Tutorial Program Created a database system with identifying information for all program participants Assisted the Executive Director with volunteer recruitment, marketing ATP to the community to raise awareness Conducted demographic research to build a solid base for grant writing Developed the organization’s website to bring it up to date, resulting in a new major donorChild Development Lab at the McPhaul Center of the University of GeorgiaMay 2014-May 2015 Athens, GA Served as a substitute teacher for children ranging from ages eight months to five years; provided quality,

developmentally appropriate programming for children including fostering their sense of belonging and membership, nurturing positive social relationships and friendships, and facilitating their learning to reach their full potential.

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCESUGA en España Study Abroad Program January 2013-April 2015 Valencia, Spain Worked on language enhancement along with immersion into the Spanish cultureHonduras Mission Trips/ Jamaica Mission TripNovember 2005-June 2015 Worked with natives through medicine, sustainability projects, hygiene, construction, and served as a Spanish

translator Lead a Bible School averaging approximately 200 children in attendance

NON-PROFIT VOLUNTEER SERVICE August 2010-May 2015Child Development Lab at the McPhaul Center of the University of Georgia Athens, GA Instructed an average of eight infants and/or toddlers in various tasks such as sign language, eating, potty training, and

learning activities.

Jessica L. Hipchen2930 Ponkan Pines Drive • Apopka, FL 32712 • (912)242-2572 • jhipchen1225@gmail.com

Office of International Education Peer Advisor/Events Committee Athens, GA Assisted students with their study abroad process by helping them write scholarship essays, giving informational

presentations, and discussing any questions and concerns they may have ; Organized events such as study abroad fair for UGA and appreciation events for volunteers

Wesley Foundation Athens, GA Served on the leadership team by participating in weekly small groups to learn the different aspects of prayer, both

biblical and historical. As a group we conducted prayer sessions for the Wesley Foundation and services which averaged approximately 1200 each week.

Oasis Católico Athens, GA Volunteered as a tutor assisting Hispanic children from low-income families in daily activities such as school work,

English language skills, and social skills.