San Francisco Bay Area
Accomplished and results-driven fundraising professional with 10 years of experience in major gift solicitation and development strategy. Proven track record in leading successful campaigns, securing 6-7 figure gifts, and cultivating long-term donor relationships across a range of sectors, including higher education, animal welfare, human services, and the arts. Demonstrated expertise in donor engagement/stewardship, launching donor societies, and strategic fundraising.
CatchLight is a nonprofit media organization that leverages the power of visual storytelling to inform, connect, and drive social change. Increased major gifts by 24% and number of donors by 58%. Created and launched new donor society to build a community of stakeholders, encourage higher giving, increase retention, and provide tool for board to fundraise and cultivate new prospects.
Led all aspects of direct giving campaign in volunteer role to raise $700K in 5 months during the pandemic (highest amount raised in the history of campaign, 500% increase over previous year totals). Established first donor database, peer to peer fundraising program, and major donor society. Managed campaign committee, volunteer board, and other community volunteers to achieve fundraising goal and saved 5 teachers from being cut in the Loma Prieta Joint Union School District.
Led the organization to serve over half a million nutritious meals annually across the Bay Area. Created 5 year strategic plan, consolidated warehouse operations, and increased fundraising revenue. Built and administered the annual budget, managed daily financial operations to ensure maximum resource utilization and financial security.
Raised over $40,000 in new gifts from individuals in the first six months in part time position. Strategized, authored, and executed development and stewardship plan to increase funds by 50%. Created and implemented new procedures for donor acknowledgments, gift entry, moves management tracking, financial reporting, donor research, and events.