Debbie Cooper

Director of Community Impact Grants & Scholarships

Debbie joined the Community Foundation team in 2000 and is the Director of Community Impact – Grants and Scholarships. Debbie received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Limestone College and a Masters of Human Resource Development from Clemson University. Her career and experiences have included a wide range of positions in the philanthropic, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. Debbie is a Leadership Greenville Alumni and a Philanthropy Southeast 2013 Hull Fellow.  Debbie is active in the community and has served on numerous boards, such as United Ministries, Greenville Literacy Association, and Greenville Hospital System Children’s Hospital Development Council.

Debbie is a South Carolina native. She is married to Randy; they have one son, Brent, daughter-in-law, Kristen, and three grandchildren. Debbie gets her daily inspiration from a very spoiled Yorkie named Bentley who meets each day with enthusiasm, positivity, and unconditional love.