Deirdre O’Keeffe

Deirdre O'Keeffe is an experienced professional with a background in grant writing, program management, and support services. Currently serving as a Grant Writer and Grants Reporting Specialist at Foundation Communities since May 2023, Deirdre previously worked at Central Texas Food Bank as a Special Populations VISTA, where responsibilities included managing a $50,000 grant and providing technical assistance. Deirdre's diverse experience also includes roles at The Contemporary Austin, Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, Cow Tipping Press, Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota, Macalester College, and Verbal Arts Centre. Deirdre holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Macalester College, earned in 2020.