The Team

Jill Scigliano is a dedicated leader, serving as the Chief Executive Officer of The Samaritan Inn, offering support to those experiencing homelessness. With a commitment to compassionate leadership and a proven track record of driving positive change, Jill is at the forefront of the organization’s mission to provide shelter, resources, and opportunities for our neighbors needing extra support.

Jill’s professional history includes various positions in social service organizations, from national organizations like the YMCA to intensive-care settings that provide in-home crisis therapy for youths and their families. Jill was previously the Chief Impact Officer at The United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, overseeing impact work in Education, Income, Health, and Basic Needs. She also served as the Executive Director of the Residential program at My Possibilities, helping those with intellectual and developmental disabilities to find permanent housing solutions. With a wide array of other nonprofit leadership positions, Jill brings a wealth of knowledge about the ever-changing community needs in North Texas.

She has experience in person-centered design and has been part of community-wide collective impact efforts across various North Texas communities. Her direct experience with strategy planning, expansion and growth, operations, fundraising, and community building has sharpened her ability to navigate the complex challenges of homelessness in our community.

Jill holds deeply the belief that homelessness is often a “hidden” issue.  As a child, she experienced homelessness, relying upon the generosity of her extended family for stability and shelter. Her commitment to maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where people can feel valued reflects this passion. As Collin County has grown, Jill stays focused on working collaboratively with those facing homelessness, local government agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and civic organizations to forge partnerships that foster real change. Only through true partnership and empathy can our community commit to resolving the homelessness crisis together.