Portia Jones

Portia Jones is a seasoned professional in fundraising and donor relations, currently serving as the Planned Giving Senior Manager at Defenders of Wildlife since September 2024. As a Talent Recruiter Consultant at Higher Talent Executive Search since January 2023, Portia specializes in identifying exceptional talent for organizations focused on fund development. Previous roles include Individual & Planned Giving Manager at the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, where Portia oversaw donor stewardship and cultivated relationships for estate planning, and Individual Giving Manager at the National Society of Black Engineers, where Portia implemented key fundraising strategies generating significant revenue. Additional experience includes positions at the Land Trust Alliance, where Portia managed development databases, and at the Tahirih Justice Center, contributing to donor relations and administrative support. Portia holds a Master of Arts in Urban Education: Community Counseling from Norfolk State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Hampton University.