Jennifer Gardener-Schoch

Jennifer Gardener-Schoch is a seasoned professional in philanthropy, currently serving as Sr. Development Manager at National Philanthropic Trust since March 2021, focusing on leveraging philanthropic expertise to achieve donor aspirations. Jennifer also operates as Principal at Gardener Philanthropic Strategies, LLC, where there is a specialization in major gift fundraising and nonprofit capacity building. Previously, Jennifer held multiple leadership roles at The Salvation Army from 2006 to June 2020, including Divisional Advancement Manager and Community Relations and Development Director, driving substantial fundraising initiatives and community engagement across a wide range of programs. Educational qualifications include a Master of Divinity and MBA in Social Impact from Palmer Theological Seminary, with an anticipated completion in 2025, along with a range of professional development courses in nonprofit management and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration and Hospitality Management from Widener University.