Jaci Klein

Jaci Klein is the Senior Director of Foundation Relations at the University of Nebraska Foundation. Jaci has over fifteen years of experience in the non-profit sector, with a focus on partnership development, cause marketing, and grant administration.

Jaci began their career as a Marketing Coordinator with the United States Tennis Association. In this role, they were responsible for coordinating marketing and promotional activities for the organization. After two years in this position, Jaci transitioned to the Arbor Day Foundation, where they served as the Partnership Development Manager. In this role, they oversaw the development and execution of cause marketing, public relations, promotion, and branding for each partnership. Additionally, Jaci administered several national grant programs, resulting in the distribution of $250,000 annually. After eleven years with the Arbor Day Foundation, Jaci joined the University of Nebraska Foundation as the Senior Director of Foundation Relations. In this role, they are responsible for identifying and cultivating relationships with potential and existing foundation partners. Additionally, Jaci oversees and manages project budgets, metrics, tracking, invoicing, and financial reports.

Jaci Klein has a bachelors degree in business administration from Nebraska Wesleyan University, a Master of Public Administration from Bellevue University, and a certificate in graphic design from Southeast Community College.

Jaci Klein reports to Brian Hastings, President & CEO. Some of their coworkers include Anthony Flott - Executive Director, UNO Alumni Engagement, Brock Wissmiller - UNO Assistant Athletic Director, Director of Development for Omaha Athletics, and Clark Rosenlof - VP, Trustee and Volunteer Relations.