Suzanne M. Stakofsky Lutz, MDY, CFRE
Director Of Development Operations at Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights- Claim this Profile
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Emma Kieran
Suzanne worked on my team while I was the interim Chief Development Officer for the American Red Cross in northern New Jersey. Suzanne worked extremely hard to cultivate, solicit and steward her donors. She could be counted on to work her portfolio in a professional and diligent manner while maintaining enthusiasm for the mission and for the relationships that she was developing. Suzanne was a great team member!
LeeAnn Woodward
Suzanne was a wonderful colleague. Her passion for the organization and her leadership made it a pleasure to work with her. Suzanne is an extremely talented fundraiser and she has an amazing ability to build relationships and partnerships.
Emma Kieran
Suzanne worked on my team while I was the interim Chief Development Officer for the American Red Cross in northern New Jersey. Suzanne worked extremely hard to cultivate, solicit and steward her donors. She could be counted on to work her portfolio in a professional and diligent manner while maintaining enthusiasm for the mission and for the relationships that she was developing. Suzanne was a great team member!
LeeAnn Woodward
Suzanne was a wonderful colleague. Her passion for the organization and her leadership made it a pleasure to work with her. Suzanne is an extremely talented fundraiser and she has an amazing ability to build relationships and partnerships.
Emma Kieran
Suzanne worked on my team while I was the interim Chief Development Officer for the American Red Cross in northern New Jersey. Suzanne worked extremely hard to cultivate, solicit and steward her donors. She could be counted on to work her portfolio in a professional and diligent manner while maintaining enthusiasm for the mission and for the relationships that she was developing. Suzanne was a great team member!
LeeAnn Woodward
Suzanne was a wonderful colleague. Her passion for the organization and her leadership made it a pleasure to work with her. Suzanne is an extremely talented fundraiser and she has an amazing ability to build relationships and partnerships.
Emma Kieran
Suzanne worked on my team while I was the interim Chief Development Officer for the American Red Cross in northern New Jersey. Suzanne worked extremely hard to cultivate, solicit and steward her donors. She could be counted on to work her portfolio in a professional and diligent manner while maintaining enthusiasm for the mission and for the relationships that she was developing. Suzanne was a great team member!
LeeAnn Woodward
Suzanne was a wonderful colleague. Her passion for the organization and her leadership made it a pleasure to work with her. Suzanne is an extremely talented fundraiser and she has an amazing ability to build relationships and partnerships.
Credentials
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CFRE Certification
CFRE InternationalSep, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
CFRE InternationalSep, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Of Development Operations
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Jan 2021 - Present
* Work with organization president, Kerry Kennedy, to build and execute the development plan andimplement the information technology systems to support the function.* Collaborated on our first virtual gala to raise over $4 million dollars in December 2020.* Responsible for running special events including annual gala for over 1,000 people, online and inperson auction as well as supporting annual Compass Conference and Golf Tournament*Create in conjunction with communications team all forward facing collateral for donors and events* Created and maintain stewardship program for donors* Responsible for direct mail program* Oversee online giving program* Created partnership with New York Road Runners for New York City Marathon with a program for RFK Supporters to participate in* Responsible for 50th Anniversary Campaign for 2018 for endowment building and event planning* Oversee annual online auctions* Logistical functions of the Development Department which includes, but is not limited to:managing junior development staff, creating and following annual budget, assisting with the design of the communications message and managing a portfolio of donors.
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Associate Director of Development
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Nov 2015 - Jan 2021
* Work with organization president, Kerry Kennedy, to build and execute the development plan and implement the information technology systems to support the function. * Responsible for running special events including annual gala for over 1,000 people, online and in person auction as well as supporting annual Compass Conference and Golf Tournament* Gala exceeded gross revenue goals by $1.1M * 2015 Gala raised $3.2M, 2016 Gala raised $3.3M 2017 Gala raised $4.5M 2018 Gala raised $6.2M 2019 Gala raised $5.3M* Foundation giving increase from 4% of budget to 10% of budget within a year.* Responsible for direct mail and stewardship program* Oversee online giving program* Created partnership with New York Road Runners for New York City Marathon with a program for RFK Supporters to participate in* Responsible for 50th Anniversary Campaign for 2018 for endowment building and event planning* Oversee annual online auction* Logistical functions of the Development Department which includes, but is not limited to: managing junior development staff, creating and following annual budget, assisting with the design of the communications message and managing a portfolio of donors.
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American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Major Gifts Officer
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Apr 2012 - Nov 2015
• Was responsible for a portfolio of over 300 to solicit for major gifts for individuals and corporations• Gift ranges from $10,000 to $500,000 from individuals and corporations• Developed and executed strong individual giving program• Stewarded current and lapsed donors to maintain and increase gift levels• Worked with events team to solicit for all major events supported by the organization• Was responsible for updating and maintaining Raiser’s Edge database for my portfolio• Was responsible for updating and maintaining Salesforce database for my portfolio• Supervised a staff of three direct reports including a Major Gifts Associate, Special Events Coordinator and front desk supervisor
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Executive Director
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Apr 2011 - Apr 2012
• Was responsible for Red Cross service delivery for the 24 towns covered by the chapter• Developed a strong fundraising program focused on gifts from major donors and corporations with a gift range between $5,000 and $100,00 from donors• Produced proposals for foundations and government grants to support Red Cross activities• Solicited legislative support, local and federal, for Red Cross projects• Created major events for the Chapter (annual dinner and golf outing) to increase financial support and community awareness• Recruited new volunteers and board members to increase outreach to the local community• Created programming for Red Cross volunteers and members• Created and maintain budget for the chapter• Supervised a staff of five direct reports, including a Fundraising Director and Special Events Coordinator and five indirect reports, including Health and Safety staff and Volunteer Coordinator as well as over 100 volunteers
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Director of Individual Giving
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Dec 2008 - Sep 2010
● Was actively recruited by the JCC to join the organization● Was responsible for creation and implementation of annual fundraising plan● Solicited donors for gifts from $5,000 to $50,000● Developed and executed strong individual giving program that increased donations by 50%● Stewarded current and lapsed donors to maintain and increase gift levels● Produced a planned giving program for appropriate and interested donors● Created and maintained case statement for organization● Handled all outreach and advocacy of organization to all elected officials● With Special Events Planner led team to produce annual golf outing and dinner● Created affinity groups for young professionals and retired seniors to support the organization● Recruited and retained active board members increasing the board from 25 to 30 active members● Secured first federal appropriation for the agency● Supervised a staff of two direct reports including a Major Gifts Officer and Grant Writer
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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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Director of the Staten Island Area Office
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Apr 2004 - Apr 2008
● Developed and implemented a proactive fundraising plan● Increased gifts by over 50% during my tenure● Created and maintained budget for department● Implemented annual dinner and luncheon that brought in $150,000 annually and honorees including Mayor Michael Bloomberg● Produced proposals for foundation, city, state and federal grants that brought in city and state discretionary funds from local elected officials as well as over $500,000 in local foundation support● Created programming for Red Cross volunteers and members● Provided leadership, direction and supervision to employees, and a volunteer force of over 150 people● Recruited new volunteers and board members to increase outreach to the Staten Island community● Increased board participation from three members to seventeen active board members● Outreach and advocacy of organization to all elected officials● Worked with media and local elected officials to raise awareness of the Red Cross
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Education
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2008 - 2009
Norwich University
Certificate in Teaching and Learning, Education -
2007 - 2009
Norwich University
MDY, Terrorism -
2005 - 2007
City University of New York-College of Staten Island
Bachelors, Political Science -
1991 - 1995
Brooklyn College
BA, Political Science
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