Kelli Hobson

Chief Education Officer

Kelli Hobson is a former CPS educator, lifelong learner, and leading executive expert in nonprofit management and programmatic creation. With her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Kelli's passion and purpose is to provide long-lasting impact through education within the city of Chicago. In her role as Chief Education Officer, Kelli is responsible for all programmatic functions of Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund as she leads the dynamic Education arm of DMSF into an exciting future. 

Kelli has designed and facilitated intentional, culturally responsive programming for students and adults in a variety of leadership capacities. She wholeheartedly believes in the importance of reshaping and reimagining an education system to serve marginalized and disenfranchised communities. As a mother of 2 boys who both attend Chicago Public Schools, she is committed to ensuring the continued growth and impactful presence of Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund.​

kelli@dmsf.org