Experience

EFCA

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Development Operations Manager and Director of Annual Fund Giving

  • Aug 2019 - Present

  Responsible for fundraising for operating fund, donor stewardship and departmental strategic planning, including major gifts and the EFCA foundation, while managing Ministry Advancement team and processes. Oversee department marketing, procedures, donor contact management system, and external communication. • Develop and manage department team in strategic planning, processes and procedures for donor acquisition, cultivation, and retention to sustain fundraising efforts totaling $4,300,000 annually • Lead and manage fundraising of unrestricted funds consistently realizing annual goal of $750,000 • Craft monthly appeal letters to annual fund donors, analyze results, adjust as needed • Create resources, materials and solicitation tools for Key Strategic Initiatives to major donors • Collaborate with internal and external partners on fundraising projects, presentations and events • Research, plan and execute best practices for donor cultivation and development in annual giving, planned giving and major giving efforts including wealth screening Show less



Mission and values driven organizations

• Non-profit executive fundraising leader

  • Oct 2018 - Aug 2019



Love INC - Big Woods

• Buffalo, MN

• Executive Director

  • Sep 2017 - Aug 2018

  Led strategic development, fundraising, donor stewardship and marketing for seven programs for vulnerable populations in four communities, resulting in substantial community impact. Developed and managed annual budget, oversaw financial operations, and managed staff and volunteers. • Led the organization’s annual fundraising initiatives with individuals, churches and special events • Communicated with community groups and stakeholders to ensure understanding and fulfillment of the organization’s mission, vision and goals • Served as liaison and partner with 20 area churches to identify needs and collaborate across programs to provide needed services for low-income families • Created and implemented successful social media and print marketing strategies • Managed and oversaw the Love INC Thrift Store, increasing sales by more than 25% annually • Created, upgraded and implemented systems and policies for stronger operations and clarity • Developed and supervised staff as well as volunteer recruitment, engagement and recognition Show less



Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Administrative Manager

  • Oct 2011 - Sep 2017

  Planned, managed and supported the successful operation of $5M social service non-profit, partnering with volunteers, staff and community members in technology, facilities and operations. • Trained, managed, coached and recognized 40 hospitality volunteers • Created and implemented efficient management policies, procedures and processes, increasing operational and organizational effectiveness and efficiency • Led and managed the planning, design and implementation of robust client database solution • Trained over 200 volunteers on database with an emphasis on data quality and effectiveness • Tracked key metrics to support communication of outcomes to internal and external stakeholders Show less



Mount Carmel Ministries

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Ministry Services and Resources

  • Jan 2007 - Jun 2011

  Responsible for donor relations and stewardship, marketing, fundraising procedures, communications and finances while managing internal organizational collaboration and community engagement.• Cultivated and maintained donor and community relations, sharing mission and vision, soliciting on-going support as well as funding for capital improvements• Created fundraising material and resources (written and visual) as well as oversaw website redesign• Supported Executive Director with fundraising procedures, special projects, and representation• Developed and managed the annual $1M budget, consistently achieving financial goals • Managed year-round staff as well as summer hospitality staff Show less

• Administrative Director

  • Sep 1999 - Dec 2006

  Served as organizational administrator, including all financial, operations, HR, and supervisory functions.• Created and implemented annual fundraising golf tournament and other donor events• Developed and maintained individual donor relations through fundraising matching program • Served as summer family camp registrar, preparing for and welcoming 1,000 guests annually

• Executive Administrator and Manager of Customer Services

  • Sep 1990 - Aug 1999