Jennifer Murphy

Jennifer Murphy, MPA, GPC, is an experienced professional in grant management and community engagement. Currently serving as the Manager of Government & Foundation Grants at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art since June 2023, Jennifer previously held positions such as Director of Community Grants at The Research Foundation and Manager of Institutional Giving at the Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Jennifer's career includes extensive work at Assel Grant Services, where roles ranged from Assistant Director to Grant Specialist, alongside contributions as a Master Tutor at Get Smarter Prep and Grant Manager/Marketing Associate at Community LINC. Early experience includes an internship with the American Red Cross and administrative support for the City of Roeland Park. Jennifer holds a Master of Public Administration in Non-Profit Management from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, a diploma in Band Instrument Repair from Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical, and a Bachelor's degree in Music from Pittsburg State University.