Amal E. Morcos
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David R. Fox, Ph.D.
Amal is a n experienced, talented and accomplished writer and editor. She is a great team member: collaborative, yet able to work independently quite well. Amal is also quite intelligent and has a background that would make her a fit in diverse environments, She is a joy to be with, asks great questions and offers thoughtful and creative responses. Her experiences in non profit settings and in international circles make her a unique and valuable professional.
Chrysanthe Loizos
Amal is highly creative and a gifted storyteller and writer. Her sensitivity for the people and stories that she covers is evident in her writing. Her understanding of the Middle East, particularly Egypt and the Levant, enables her to write nuanced pieces on the region.
David R. Fox, Ph.D.
Amal is a n experienced, talented and accomplished writer and editor. She is a great team member: collaborative, yet able to work independently quite well. Amal is also quite intelligent and has a background that would make her a fit in diverse environments, She is a joy to be with, asks great questions and offers thoughtful and creative responses. Her experiences in non profit settings and in international circles make her a unique and valuable professional.
Chrysanthe Loizos
Amal is highly creative and a gifted storyteller and writer. Her sensitivity for the people and stories that she covers is evident in her writing. Her understanding of the Middle East, particularly Egypt and the Levant, enables her to write nuanced pieces on the region.
David R. Fox, Ph.D.
Amal is a n experienced, talented and accomplished writer and editor. She is a great team member: collaborative, yet able to work independently quite well. Amal is also quite intelligent and has a background that would make her a fit in diverse environments, She is a joy to be with, asks great questions and offers thoughtful and creative responses. Her experiences in non profit settings and in international circles make her a unique and valuable professional.
Chrysanthe Loizos
Amal is highly creative and a gifted storyteller and writer. Her sensitivity for the people and stories that she covers is evident in her writing. Her understanding of the Middle East, particularly Egypt and the Levant, enables her to write nuanced pieces on the region.
David R. Fox, Ph.D.
Amal is a n experienced, talented and accomplished writer and editor. She is a great team member: collaborative, yet able to work independently quite well. Amal is also quite intelligent and has a background that would make her a fit in diverse environments, She is a joy to be with, asks great questions and offers thoughtful and creative responses. Her experiences in non profit settings and in international circles make her a unique and valuable professional.
Chrysanthe Loizos
Amal is highly creative and a gifted storyteller and writer. Her sensitivity for the people and stories that she covers is evident in her writing. Her understanding of the Middle East, particularly Egypt and the Levant, enables her to write nuanced pieces on the region.
Experience
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The Osteosarcoma Institute
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United States
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Grant Writer
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Sep 2022 - Present
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The Angeletti Group, LLC
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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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Associate Writer
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Mar 2019 - Sep 2022
Experienced grant writer and donor researcher for this strategic counsel and fundraising firm that serves a wide variety of non-profit organizations. Writer with solid background in journalism and ability to compose high quality, concise and compelling proposals that connect with philanthropic audiences. Produce LOIs, CTAs, donor proposal letters, case statements, grant applications and donor reports. Research and prioritize external funding opportunities including corporate and foundation. Grant narratives have been written for universities, private academies, hospitals, performing arts centers, museums, animal welfare organizations, and other nonprofits.
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Freelance
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Egypt
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Grant Writer & Journalist
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Jan 2017 - Nov 2019
Secured 5 figure grant awards as grant writer for Bonnie Brae, a 100+-year-old home for boys in crisis. Traveled to Lebanon and Egypt to report and write magazine feature stories to highlight the humanitarian work of Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA). Secured 5 figure grant awards as grant writer for Bonnie Brae, a 100+-year-old home for boys in crisis. Traveled to Lebanon and Egypt to report and write magazine feature stories to highlight the humanitarian work of Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA).
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Programs for Parents, Inc.
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Communications Associate
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Nov 2012 - Nov 2017
Lead ghostwriter for CEO of one of the largest nonprofits in the state of New Jersey. Wrote Letters to the Editor, press releases, newsletters, Annual Reports, brochures, web copy and advertising. Lead ghostwriter for CEO of one of the largest nonprofits in the state of New Jersey. Wrote Letters to the Editor, press releases, newsletters, Annual Reports, brochures, web copy and advertising.
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Planned and Temporary Sabbatical
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Sep 2010 - Apr 2012
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International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director of Communications
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Jul 2006 - Aug 2010
Lead Storyteller and content manager for leading humanitarian aid and development organization. Gathered success stories from the field and from headquarters, working in cooperation with field offices giving them guidance on how to gather the best stories. Increased donor contributions through innovative email marketing, podcasts, and web site appeals. Strong usage of content assets (text, images, audio, visual) and how/when to use them in which platforms for particular audience. Won significant new media coverage in international and national media.Served as spokeswoman during major humanitarian crisis including civil conflicts and natural disasters.
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SEE EDUCATION
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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SEE EDUCATION
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Feb 2004 - Nov 2005
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Education
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American University of Beirut
Master of Arts, Middle Eastern Studies -
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S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science, English and Magazine Journalism
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