Brian T. Jones

Brian T. Jones serves as the Vice President of Development at Crisis Text Line, where he leads the organization’s fundraising strategy and philanthropic partnerships to advance its mission of providing free, 24/7 mental health support. In this role, he focuses on building strong donor relationships, expanding major gift opportunities, and developing sustainable revenue streams that enable the organization to scale its impact. Brian brings more than 15 years of experience developing and executing fundraising strategies, driving capital and growth campaigns, and strengthening philanthropic engagement across the nonprofit sector.

Prior to joining Crisis Text Line, Brian held senior development roles at several nationally recognized organizations, including Educators for Excellence, Wellness in the Schools, the KIPP Foundation, the American Diabetes Association, and the American Heart Association. Throughout his career, he has led high-performing development teams and successfully built fundraising programs that support organizational growth and long-term sustainability. His expertise spans donor development, institutional giving, board relations, and strategic fundraising initiatives.

Brian is passionate about advancing missions that improve health, education, and community well-being. He has dedicated his career to helping organizations expand their reach and deepen their impact through strong philanthropic partnerships. As Vice President of Development at Crisis Text Line, Brian continues to champion innovative fundraising strategies that ensure more people have access to critical mental health support when they need it most.