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Celebrate 25 Years of Creative Commons! As we mark a quarter-century of empowering creators and keeping knowledge free, your support helps us build the next 25 years of the global commons. Help us kick off our end-of-year giving campaign early! Donate today!

Jess Cepeda

Senior Manager, Development (she/her)

Jess joined Creative Commons in 2025 with over a decade of experience working to support the fundraising efforts of a variety of nonprofit organizations. Prior to working for CC, she has worked in development at organizations such as Internet Archive, The Moth, and the Tenement Museum. Jess has a passion for storytelling and engaging individuals and foundations to contribute to meaningful work.She lives in Brooklyn, NY with her dog, Harry, and when she’s not working you can often find her reading, writing, crafting, doing puzzles, or on a mission to find the best pastries in the city.

Jess Cepeda