Mary Beth Jackson

Development Director

Mary Beth grew up playing outside in the farmlands of Tennessee, the beaches of Florida’s Gulf Coast (while visiting grandparents) and the rivers of Missouri. These experiences created her deep connection to the natural world and drive her passion to protect it.

Mary Beth comes to us from Tyler Arboretum where she spent 12 years on their Development team, including the last 8 years as their Director of Development. Building support for their cultivated gardens, natural lands, and trails strengthened her desire to care for our precious natural resources. She also brings experience from her work as a fundraising consultant and in the Development and Alumni Relations departments at the University of Pennsylvania.

Mary Beth is excited to build support for our work, to care for our land, and to share its beauty.