Cooper Hodges

A graduate of both the University of Southern Mississippi and Auburn University, Cooper works alongside the Development Director to assist with donor relations and fund management at the Community Foundation.

Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Cooper has lived throughout the Southeast and brings over 17 years of volunteer experience with numerous nonprofit organizations, particularly in education. After a career in the film industry, he returned to his roots in the nonprofit sector to continue making a meaningful impact in his community.

At the Foundation, Cooper helps organize and plan events that support its mission and connect donors with causes that matter. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, cooking, and sharing his eye for interior design—a passion inspired by his grandmother.