Jackie Martinez, Community Impact Director

Jackie, a native of Venezuela, is now a US Citizen who has lived in Ft. Wayne for over 25 years. She holds an MS in Nonprofit Management from Grace College and a BS in Human Services from Purdue University. With nine years of experience leading the Healthy Start Program at Healthier Moms & Babies, Jackie has made a significant impact on the community. Prior to that, she served as a bilingual Victim Advocate/Case Worker with the Fort Wayne Police Department for ten years. Jackie’s dedication to her work stems from her faith and the support her family received as immigrants. She is grateful to the welcoming community that helped them when they needed it most.