Lauren Jacobs

Lauren Jacobs is an experienced executive assistant currently serving at the Mellon Foundation since September 2024. Prior to this role, Lauren was the Executive Assistant to the President & CEO and Manager of Special Projects at God's Love We Deliver, from November 2021 to September 2024. With extensive experience in non-profit organizations, Lauren worked at YAI between May 2011 and October 2021, managing program operations and overseeing a team dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, Lauren has experience in developing strategic partnerships, optimizing operational systems, and teaching pre-vocational skills. Lauren Jacobs holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Hartford and continues education at New York University.