Jane Alexander

Jane Clover Alexander, CFRE, has an immense love for her community, a strong belief in the power of giving and an enduring interest in what makes people tick.

She was tapped as President and CEO of the Community Foundation in August 2012. Since she began her tenure, the Foundation has grown to more than $100 million in assets, with more than 300 funds.

A former magazine editor, Jane was editor of Mississippi Magazine and founded South Magazine, about the people, places and popular culture of the region. She taught journalism at Mississippi College and worked for Communication Arts Company creative agency. Her nonprofit professional experience includes work with Easter Seals, Millsaps College and the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra. She has served on the boards of the Oaks House Museum, Mississippi Symphony Orchestra and New Stage Theatre, among others.

A native of Jackson, Jane attended St. Andrews Episcopal School, Jackson Prep and Millsaps College. She earned a master's degree in journalism with an emphasis in nonprofit public relations from the University of Mississippi. She also studied at the Else School of Management, St. John's College, Oxford and the University of London.

The daughter of longtime community leaders and activists, Jane believes her work at the Community Foundation pays tribute to the legacy of service her parents instilled in her from the tender age of 3.