Sally Schaeffer
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Kerry Bolger, PhD
Sally Schaeffer is among the most effective advocates in Washington—and yes, that’s saying a lot. I first met Sally when she was spearheading congressional affairs for Futures Without Violence and I was a congressional staffer. Many lobbyists came to meet with me with an
Tommy Goodwin
Sally Schaeffer is a public policy and lobbying rock star! Combining policy expertise and government relations know-how, Sally has been a powerful advocate on a wide range of policy issues over the years. It was a pleasure having her represent my former association’s interests before Congress, where I saw firsthand her effectiveness in driving policy change and creating positive social impact on Capitol Hill. Moreover, Sally is an absolute delight to work with and a passionate champion for not only the causes she represents, but also the wonderful nonprofits she volunteers for. You’d be hard pressed to find a better representative before Congress and the Administration for your organization!
Kerry Bolger, PhD
Sally Schaeffer is among the most effective advocates in Washington—and yes, that’s saying a lot. I first met Sally when she was spearheading congressional affairs for Futures Without Violence and I was a congressional staffer. Many lobbyists came to meet with me with an
Tommy Goodwin
Sally Schaeffer is a public policy and lobbying rock star! Combining policy expertise and government relations know-how, Sally has been a powerful advocate on a wide range of policy issues over the years. It was a pleasure having her represent my former association’s interests before Congress, where I saw firsthand her effectiveness in driving policy change and creating positive social impact on Capitol Hill. Moreover, Sally is an absolute delight to work with and a passionate champion for not only the causes she represents, but also the wonderful nonprofits she volunteers for. You’d be hard pressed to find a better representative before Congress and the Administration for your organization!
Kerry Bolger, PhD
Sally Schaeffer is among the most effective advocates in Washington—and yes, that’s saying a lot. I first met Sally when she was spearheading congressional affairs for Futures Without Violence and I was a congressional staffer. Many lobbyists came to meet with me with an
Tommy Goodwin
Sally Schaeffer is a public policy and lobbying rock star! Combining policy expertise and government relations know-how, Sally has been a powerful advocate on a wide range of policy issues over the years. It was a pleasure having her represent my former association’s interests before Congress, where I saw firsthand her effectiveness in driving policy change and creating positive social impact on Capitol Hill. Moreover, Sally is an absolute delight to work with and a passionate champion for not only the causes she represents, but also the wonderful nonprofits she volunteers for. You’d be hard pressed to find a better representative before Congress and the Administration for your organization!
Kerry Bolger, PhD
Sally Schaeffer is among the most effective advocates in Washington—and yes, that’s saying a lot. I first met Sally when she was spearheading congressional affairs for Futures Without Violence and I was a congressional staffer. Many lobbyists came to meet with me with an
Tommy Goodwin
Sally Schaeffer is a public policy and lobbying rock star! Combining policy expertise and government relations know-how, Sally has been a powerful advocate on a wide range of policy issues over the years. It was a pleasure having her represent my former association’s interests before Congress, where I saw firsthand her effectiveness in driving policy change and creating positive social impact on Capitol Hill. Moreover, Sally is an absolute delight to work with and a passionate champion for not only the causes she represents, but also the wonderful nonprofits she volunteers for. You’d be hard pressed to find a better representative before Congress and the Administration for your organization!
Credentials
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Leadership in the 21st Century
American Society of Association ExecutivesFeb, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Uncorked Advocates (UA)
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United States
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Government Relations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principal Consultant and Owner
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Feb 2017 - Present
Uncorked Advocates (UA) is a federal government relations firm started with the mission to help nonprofits be heard on Capitol Hill. The firm specializes in federal legislative services around nonprofit tax and retirement, appropriations (both programmatic and earmarks), and children and women's issues, particularly gender-based violence and vulnerable populations. On behalf of American Heart Association, UA coordinated a national coalition of 60+ nonprofits in support to support more charitable giving by seniors, called the Legacy IRA Act, which passed into law in December 2022. It is expected to help raise $1 billion per year for charities. UA also helped support a nonprofit equity working group, made up of national nonprofits committed to advancing racial equity and justice. Current clients include national nonprofits, such as the American Heart Association, YWCA USA, Covenant House International, United Philanthropy Forum, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Prevent Child Abuse America, Futures Without Violence, The Army of Survivors, a new nonprofit started by 40+ survivors of Larry Nassau, the Chicago-based National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health, and the national Pediatric Complex Care Association. For consulting engagements, please contact sally@uncorkedadvocates.com. Read about some recent bipartisan client success stories at www.uncorkedadvocates.com. Past successful clients include Alzheimer's Association and March of Dimes. Show less
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Independent Sector
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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300 - 400 Employee
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Director of Government Relations
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Jan 2015 - Dec 2016
Planned and implemented federal lobbying and advocacy efforts; coordinated successful legislative effort among charitable coalition and worked within broader Tax Extender business coalition to pass a tax provision in PATH Act of 2015 to permanently allow seniors to donate up to $100,000 directly to a charity from their IRA. Recruited and supervised staff team to carry out legislative affairs program that includes monthly legislative update calls and leading monthly strategy breakfasts Working with the Vice President, conducted and oversaw lobbying activities, including coordinating work of government relations staff, external contract lobbyists, and Independent Sector’s nearly 600 member organizations made up of the largest charities, foundations, and corporate giving programs in the country. Show less
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Girl Scouts of the USA
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Public Policy
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Feb 2013 - Jan 2015
Lobbyist and primary contact for day-to-day national legislative agenda of Girl Scouts. Worked with Vice President of Advocacy to develop and implement grassroots campaigns for 112 local Girl Scout Councils and volunteers. Organized a small coalition of nonprofits and associations to pass into law a pension reform change to save the organization $36 million over three years. Lobbyist and primary contact for day-to-day national legislative agenda of Girl Scouts. Worked with Vice President of Advocacy to develop and implement grassroots campaigns for 112 local Girl Scout Councils and volunteers. Organized a small coalition of nonprofits and associations to pass into law a pension reform change to save the organization $36 million over three years.
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Futures Without Violence
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Policy Manager
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Jan 2009 - Feb 2013
Lead Congressional affairs representative for a national, $10 million organization to provide advocacy, legislative analysis, coalition-building and policy research around issues related to preventing domestic, sexual, and dating violence and building healthy youth relationships. Succeeded in including new provisions in the Affordable Care Act and the Violence Against Women Act of 2013 and co-chaired national appropriations coalition that supported $700 million per year to benefit domestic and sexual violence victims. Show less
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University of Pennsylvania
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Development and Marketing Officer
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Mar 2006 - Dec 2008
While attending graduate school at Penn to receive my MPA, served as a major gift and development officer for Penn’s Cancer Center. Using political, communication, and relationship-building skills, helped exceed the annual team goal of over $39 million through coordinating over 20 special events, closing major gifts, and managing Committee of 50+ major gift donors. Led the Department’s marketing efforts through producing Annual Report, quarterly newsletters, and updating the website. Assisted with the robust stewardship, annual fund, and planned giving programs. Show less
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Political and Operations Director
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Jul 2005 - Mar 2006
Political and operations advisor to campaign named as one of the most competitive in the country by New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post. Setup office structure, procedures, and budget for $3 million campaign and coordinated with national groups, such as Emily's List, and local officials on messaging, research, and policy positions. Political and operations advisor to campaign named as one of the most competitive in the country by New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post. Setup office structure, procedures, and budget for $3 million campaign and coordinated with national groups, such as Emily's List, and local officials on messaging, research, and policy positions.
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Rep. Louise Slaughter
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Chief of Staff and previously, Legislative Director
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1999 - 2005
Senior advisor to Leadership Member of Congress on legislation, fundraising, and overall agenda including national and district press strategy. The district included the 2nd and 3rd largest media markets in New York State. Directly responsible for $1.2 million office budget and 18+ employees. Handled legislative portfolio including appropriations and women and children's issues. Senior advisor to Leadership Member of Congress on legislation, fundraising, and overall agenda including national and district press strategy. The district included the 2nd and 3rd largest media markets in New York State. Directly responsible for $1.2 million office budget and 18+ employees. Handled legislative portfolio including appropriations and women and children's issues.
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Congressman Frank Mascara
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Legislative Assistant
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May 1998 - Jun 1999
As one of three legislative staffers for the Member of Congress, researched, analyze and summarized issues to prepare the Member for votes and meetings. Advised Member on public policy issues, including Health, Seniors, Government Reform & Oversight, Interior, Commerce, Judiciary and Education. As one of three legislative staffers for the Member of Congress, researched, analyze and summarized issues to prepare the Member for votes and meetings. Advised Member on public policy issues, including Health, Seniors, Government Reform & Oversight, Interior, Commerce, Judiciary and Education.
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Education
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University of Pennsylvania
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Nonprofit Administration Certification -
Hood College
BA, Political Science
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