Jean Buckley focuses on projects that will position the foundation to continue successfully investing in communities for years to come. Jean served as President of the foundation for 26 years, starting in 1997 when the foundation began.

Jean graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor’s degree.

Jean loves spending time with her husband, four children, their spouses, and ten beautiful grandchildren! She lives in Quincy, IL, but also spends time in Naples, FL. Reading, walking, yoga, travel, and being with family and friends are some of her favorite activities.