Philanthropy Services Coordinator

• Oct 2022 - Present

Grants and Contracts Manager

• Jul 2015 - Oct 2022

• Conduct the full range of activities required to write, submit, and manage grant proposals, contracts, and letters of inquiry to private and corporate foundations and government funders, raising $750,000 to $1,100,000 annually.• Coordinate with program directors to develop tools to track, evaluate program outcomes, and synthesize data relevant for project and program improvement, donor and foundation stewardship, grant reporting, and marketing.• Develop project budgets and budget tracking mechanisms, in concert with the Director of Finance, for current grant programs and capital expenditures.• Design and create a variety of digital and print fundraising and marketing materials including invitations and sponsorship material for our annual gala event, our annual report, funder updates, capital campaign assets, holiday cards, and annual and spring appeals.• Research individual donors, foundations, and corporate prospects and evaluate new or increased support, using 990s, Foundation Center, and other relevant philanthropic databases.• Train development staff in the use of our donor database, Blackbaud eTapestry, including gift entry, account creation, imports, mass updates, communications, queries, and reports.

Employment & Education Specialist

• Feb 2005 - Jul 2015

• Conducted client intake interviews and bio-psych-social assessments to determine eligibility and suitability for the program providing shelter and homeless services to women and families.• Created education and employment service plans to meet the individual needs of adult clients in our shelter program, serving 100 adults annually.• Monitored client's weekly goal progress for case sessions, conducted check-ins with referrals and partner programs, recorded case notes, and collected appropriate backup documentation including job search sheets, pay stubs, school attendance reports, and AA/NA attendance sheets• Supported clients with individualized budgeting, resume preparation, job search assistance, computer literacy assistance, and school and GED tutoring.• Developed tools to track program performance for improvement and contract and grant reporting. • Prepared RFPs and reports for EFPS, United Way, and Bridge HAP grants.

Shelter Support and Shelter Support Supervisor

• Sep 2001 - Feb 2005

• Managed evening and weekend front office operations including overseeing rental, events, and evening programs, distributing mail, and handling all incoming phone calls.• Provided assistance, support, information, and guidance to customers and clients throughout shifts, including client mediation, and life skills training.• Oversaw the safety of the physical plant during evening and weekend shifts- including the elimination of injury hazards, managing the security system, and responding to all emergencies.• Produced accurate hourly shelter support logs; completed incidents and accident reports, and other documentation as necessary.• Supervised team of five shelter support staff; interviewed, trained, and oriented all new shelter support hires, conducted annual performance reviews, and maintained employee files including commendation, disciplinary actions, PTO accrual.• Prepared bi-weekly schedule and payroll for the shelter support team.