Alison Clare Baldree, CNP, CFRE
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Kyle Sirell
Alison was a fantastic partner in Agitprop's digital partnership with DSA. She helped managed stoppers and was quick on her feet with new information, and was generally an invaluable advocate for the partnership and helped lead it's success.
Teri C. Brooks
Alison and I worked together at a national nonprofit. She was an amazing, passionate resource and did all her work with professionalism and expertise. She gets things done and knows fund development. Great things ahead for Alison, no doubt about that.
Kyle Sirell
Alison was a fantastic partner in Agitprop's digital partnership with DSA. She helped managed stoppers and was quick on her feet with new information, and was generally an invaluable advocate for the partnership and helped lead it's success.
Teri C. Brooks
Alison and I worked together at a national nonprofit. She was an amazing, passionate resource and did all her work with professionalism and expertise. She gets things done and knows fund development. Great things ahead for Alison, no doubt about that.
Kyle Sirell
Alison was a fantastic partner in Agitprop's digital partnership with DSA. She helped managed stoppers and was quick on her feet with new information, and was generally an invaluable advocate for the partnership and helped lead it's success.
Teri C. Brooks
Alison and I worked together at a national nonprofit. She was an amazing, passionate resource and did all her work with professionalism and expertise. She gets things done and knows fund development. Great things ahead for Alison, no doubt about that.
Kyle Sirell
Alison was a fantastic partner in Agitprop's digital partnership with DSA. She helped managed stoppers and was quick on her feet with new information, and was generally an invaluable advocate for the partnership and helped lead it's success.
Teri C. Brooks
Alison and I worked together at a national nonprofit. She was an amazing, passionate resource and did all her work with professionalism and expertise. She gets things done and knows fund development. Great things ahead for Alison, no doubt about that.
Credentials
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Certified Nonprofit Professional
Nonprofit Leadership AllianceApr, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
CFRE InternationalNov, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Shelterhouse
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Philanthropy
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Dec 2022 - Present
With a philanthropically minded and stewardship-focused strategy and an incredible team, I provide oversight to and coordinate all aspects of fund development, public relations, and marketing.Together, we are empowering survivors of domestic and sexual violence by providing refuge, hope, and healing.
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Director of Fund Development
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Feb 2021 - Dec 2022
Key achievements - Fund Development:- Raised 56% more in FY22 than the total raised in FY21.Key achievements - Campaigns:- FY23 Giving Tuesday Campaign raised 44% more YOY- FY22 Giving Tuesday Campaign raised 122% more YOY - FY22 Year-End Campaign raised 24% more YOY - FY22 Give Local Campaign raised 20% more YOY - FY21 Give Local Campaign raised 48% more YOY - FY21 Spring Campaign raised 9% more YOY - FY21 Fall Campaign raised 63% more YOY Key achievements - Marketing and Public Relations:- Developed social media infrastructure and visual brand identity for the Agency and Shelterhouse's Resale Thrift Shop.- Developed and launched social media strategy, focused on the growth of local followers and engagement.
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Chief Creative Officer
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Jan 2022 - Present
Nonprofit Fundraising templates & tools to help you stress less, save time and raise more for the causes you believe in.Expertly made and affordable DIY templates & tools focused on fundraising, development, and board governance.www.TheFundraisingShop.com Nonprofit Fundraising templates & tools to help you stress less, save time and raise more for the causes you believe in.Expertly made and affordable DIY templates & tools focused on fundraising, development, and board governance.www.TheFundraisingShop.com
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Lansing Community College Foundation
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United States
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Fund-Raising
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1 - 100 Employee
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Development Coordinator
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Aug 2020 - Feb 2021
Key achievements: - Increased YOY giving for #GivingTuesday by 272%- Integrated matching gift functionality into online donor platform Key achievements: - Increased YOY giving for #GivingTuesday by 272%- Integrated matching gift functionality into online donor platform
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Development Director
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Aug 2018 - Aug 2020
Key achievements:• Increased monthly recurring giving contributions from $76k/month (11% of donor base) in January 2019 to $228k/month (28% of donor base) in July 2020. (Average gift: $11)• Began annual recurring giving program in November 2018, resulting in $450k pledged for January-June 2021. (Average gift: $46)• Raised over $115k in scholarship funding in 2019. (Compared to $30k in 2018)• Consulted and supported first-time volunteer-run campaign for 501c3 organization, DSA Fund, raising $75k in three months.
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Metropolitan Community College - KC
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Philanthropic and Alumni Engagement Manager
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Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
Managed marketing and communications initiatives for Foundation, endowed scholarships and alumni relations. Detailed achievements: conducted first annual appeal in 10 years (increased year end number of gifts by 60% yoy); developed & implemented annual donor cultivation and stewardship plan; developed Foundation's fundraising policies and procedures. Managed marketing and communications initiatives for Foundation, endowed scholarships and alumni relations. Detailed achievements: conducted first annual appeal in 10 years (increased year end number of gifts by 60% yoy); developed & implemented annual donor cultivation and stewardship plan; developed Foundation's fundraising policies and procedures.
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Girl Scouts of NE Kansas & NW Missouri
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Donor Relations Manager, Department of Philanthropy
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Jun 2015 - Jul 2017
Managed foundation, corporate and major donor relationships for two of Girl Scout's four regions and the Outdoor Experiences program. Through engaging unique groups of alumna and Lifetime members to the Girl Scout program, I developed and implemented a cultivation and stewardship initiative to convert prospective donors and mid-level donors to increase their level of support. FY16* results: $285,000 raised for operations (4.4% above goal) and $327,500 for capital improvements. *Fiscal year: Oct. '15-Sept.'16.Developed a case for support for the North and West Regions of the Girl Scout Council that focuses on the Girl Scout Leadership program, Outdoor Experiences, Opportunity Fund and S.T.E.M. Discovered, cultivated and stewarded existing and new donor relationships with Girl Scout alumnae, Lifetime members, volunteers, community members and foundations, resulting in positive year over year growth in philanthropy.I took a temporary leave from this position in Fall 2016 to work on the 2016 presidential campaign.
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Executive Assistant
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Aug 2016 - Nov 2016
As the presidential candidate’s assistant, I developed and facilitated donor-centered fundraising pitches at campaign events and on social media and coached the candidate on making personal solicitations. In addition, managed on-site correspondence with media and event volunteers. Temporary campaign position. As the presidential candidate’s assistant, I developed and facilitated donor-centered fundraising pitches at campaign events and on social media and coached the candidate on making personal solicitations. In addition, managed on-site correspondence with media and event volunteers. Temporary campaign position.
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American Cancer Society
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Community Manager, Relay For Life
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Sep 2013 - Jun 2015
Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's signature fundraising event. I managed the Relay For Life of Greater Gardner in North Central Massachusetts. In 2014 over 2,000 local community members camped out for 24 hours at Mount Wachusett Community College, raising over $526k to build awareness and fight cancer, making it the largest of it’s kind in New England and the 15th largest in the nation. Key achievements:- Increased year over year sponsorship by 78% in 2014- Increased year over year sponsorship by 76% in 2015- Customer satisfactions above local, regional and national averages throughout tenure - Grew executive volunteer leadership team 31 to 62
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American Red Cross
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Donor Recruitment Representative
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May 2012 - Aug 2013
Identified, developed and implemented creative strategies to attract and manage relationships with blood drive sponsors. Provided organizational and operational support to sponsor contact to ensure achievement of collection operation and annual goals. Coordinated activities with appropriate collections personnel to ensure a positive sponsor and donor experience and smooth, efficient operations. Maintained accurate records in database to provide tracking and statistical data on sponsor group performance. Managed logistical details for blood drives (30+ drives/month) and coordinated volunteers.Key achievements:- 106.2% goal achievement during tenure- Top donor satisfaction scores
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Shelter Case Manager & Volunteer Coordinator
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Aug 2011 - May 2012
Organized and scheduled volunteer food groups to serve dinner every evening at shelter. Advocated for shelter clients' needs. Assisted clients with housing search and applications, benefits, drug and rehab resources and documentation.Temporary position through the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. Organized and scheduled volunteer food groups to serve dinner every evening at shelter. Advocated for shelter clients' needs. Assisted clients with housing search and applications, benefits, drug and rehab resources and documentation.Temporary position through the Jesuit Volunteer Corps.
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National 4-H Council
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Program Assistant
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May 2010 - Jul 2010
Wrote lesson plans, implemented, and facilitated educational and leadership workshops focusing on civic engagement and citizenship for high school students.Temporary position. Wrote lesson plans, implemented, and facilitated educational and leadership workshops focusing on civic engagement and citizenship for high school students.Temporary position.
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Newhouse
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Fundraising and Development
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Sep 2009 - Dec 2009
Created press releases, maintained donor database and social media accounts, developed and implemented new recycling program, managed silent auction database for fundraising event.300 hour internship Created press releases, maintained donor database and social media accounts, developed and implemented new recycling program, managed silent auction database for fundraising event.300 hour internship
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YMCA Camp Surf
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Camp Counselor
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May 2009 - Aug 2009
Facilitated youth leadership development workshops focused for S.O.U.L. program: Service, Outreach, Unity and Leadership for 17-18 year olds. Surf instructor. Facilitated youth leadership development workshops focused for S.O.U.L. program: Service, Outreach, Unity and Leadership for 17-18 year olds. Surf instructor.
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Camp Ondessonk
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Camp Counselor
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2005 - 2008
Facilitated leadership development activities, taught survival skills, such as water purification, fire building and leave no trace environmental practices, lead hikes and supervised staff. Executive member of volunteer service organization, Lodge.Temporary, seasonal position. Facilitated leadership development activities, taught survival skills, such as water purification, fire building and leave no trace environmental practices, lead hikes and supervised staff. Executive member of volunteer service organization, Lodge.Temporary, seasonal position.
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Education
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Rockhurst University
BA, Majors: Nonprofit Leadership Studies, Philosophy, Theology -
John Felice Rome Center: Loyola University Chicago
Philosophy of Art and Beauty, Theology, 3.8 GPA -
Notre Dame High School - St. Louis
High School, Graduated with honors