AURORA, CO (May 18, 2021) – The Kempe Foundation is pleased to announce Jeremy Stern as the organization’s Chief Mission Officer. Stern brings 18 years of experience in the nonprofit industry with expertise in corporate development, fundraising and community engagement to this new role. As Chief Mission Officer, Stern will play a pivotal role in turning the Foundation’s vision into action.
“Jeremy’s commitment to our vision and passion for the cause is palpable,” said Kempe Foundation CEO Jon Kruljac. “We are so excited to have his fresh perspective, energy and diverse skillset on our team.”
Most recently, Stern served as the Director of Business Development & Public Relations for Mile High Behavioral Healthcare – metro Denver’s leading nonprofit provider of affordable, evidence-based behavioral health services. In this role, Stern led all development and marketing components, cultivated partnerships and organized fundraising and community events. Stern is most excited to bring his ability to form lifelong, impactful relationships to the Foundation.
As Chief Mission Officer, Stern will focus on building revenue to contribute to the financial stability of the Foundation. This includes communications, donor database management, events, corporate partnerships, community partnerships, annual giving campaigns and comprehensive digital and social media campaigns and products aimed at raising the Foundation’s profile. He believes collaboration is key to finding lasting solutions to complex issues.
“I feel so connected to the Kempe Foundation’s mission and I’m so honored I get to be a part of the team that builds it out and sees it through,” said Stern. “I look forward to implementing strategies to increase revenue, brand recognition and community support for the Foundation.”
In his free time, Jeremy enjoys spending time with his family, which includes his wife Emily, sons Jack and James, and his furry son, Murray. He serves as the Board President of Denver North Business Association as well as the co-chair the Tips & Leads Group of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce.
