Experience

Feeding Chittenden

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate Director

  • May 2023 - Present

  Coordination of program operations, including fundraising, billing, staffing services and program reporting. The Associate Director works with CVOEO and the Feeding Chittenden Director to address staffing needs including recruitment, onboarding, trainings and certifications.Duties include:• Oversee general office services and equipment in coordination with the AdministrativeCoordinator.• Work with FC Director and Administrative Coordinator to address fiscal processing andtracking.• Prepare various reports required for grant compliance.• Oversee the implementation of strategic planning goals in coordinationwith the FC Director.• Measure program impact and provide data and reports utilizing surveys and analysis.• Oversee program database tracking and evaluation.• Ensure accurate and complete data entry by staff. • Liaison with CVOEO Philanthropy team for major donor stewardship, including tours andmeetings, website management, social media as well as media activities to generate newsevents and stories.• Ensure coordination, collaboration, and promotion of services with Philanthropy Team on allfundraising activities.• Work with FC Director to cultivate and steward corporate sponsorships.• Represent Feeding Chittenden by attending special events.• Identify community partners and develop relationships where Feeding Chittenden can helpaddress community needs.• Engage with outside groups and organizations to increase understanding of FeedingChittenden’s programs.• Serve on agency committees, working groups, and other bodies when appropriate. Show less

• Major Gifts & Communications Manager

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  Coordination of major donor activities, sponsorships, and fundraisers, including special events. Major Gifts & Communications oversees the volunteer program and works with the FC Director to generate media visibility.Duties include:• Managing major donor cultivation.• Coordinating meetings and tours with donors and FC Director.• Coordinating events for donors and overseeing special events and fundraising activities.• Coordinating promotion and marketing of special events.• Representing Feeding Chittenden by having a physical presence at special events.• Overseeing Food and Fund Drive campaigns.• Cultivating corporate sponsorships.• Creating and managing media activities and communications plan to generate news events and stories.• Writing press releases and online stories to generate visibility.• Supervising Volunteer & Special Events Coordinator and overseeing volunteer program.• Ensuring volunteer appreciation through acknowledgement letters and events. Show less

• Community Engagement Manager

  • Jun 2016 - Nov 2019

  • Managed and directed special events and fundraising activities, including the Annual Turkey Round-Up, Donor Appreciation Night and the Burlington Wine & Food Festival Silent Auction• Coordinated promotion and marketing of special events, and represented FC programs at these events• Provided tours to outside groups and organizations to expand comprehension of Feeding Chittenden programs• Assisted in managing social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts• Managed media relations, including writing press releases to generate news events and stories, contacting media outlets, and representing Feeding Chittenden• Gathered stories and photos for newsletter, website, social media, and marketing materials. • Managed Feeding Chittenden website Show less

• Volunteer Coordinator

  • Apr 2014 - Jun 2016

  • Responded to volunteer inquiries and scheduled individuals and groups of up to 12 people• Supervised and trained volunteers to establish an organized and productive team of individuals capable of operating the distribution, warehouse, and receiving areas• Adapted to fluctuating volunteer and staff schedules on a daily basis• Supported volunteers to ensure client care and satisfaction• Tracked and maintained volunteer hours in the Volunteer Works database• Coordinated volunteers for outreach and tabling events, including the Healthy Living, Costco, A-Maize-ing Kettle Korn, and Harley-Davidson Food Drives• Recognized volunteer achievements by nominating exemplary individuals for the Hometown Hero of the Month and United Way Building Block Awards Show less



AmeriCorps VISTA

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• SerVermont AmeriCorps VISTA Leader

  • Feb 2012 - Feb 2014

  • Recruited and interviewed applicants from across the U.S. for new VISTA program which continues to offer members the opportunity to serve at nonprofits throughout Vermont • Designed SerVermont’s first training program which involved brainstorming ideas, contacting presenters, securing space, coordinating meal deliveries, obtaining materials, and facilitating monthly workshops for VISTA members • Collaborated with community-based organizations to develop and implement service projects • Maintained regular contact with VISTA members and offered support when needed Show less

• Serve Wyoming AmeriCorps VISTA

  • Nov 2010 - Nov 2011

  • Recruited volunteers for special events and disaster relief missions • Matched volunteers to local service opportunities • Updated the online Volunteer Wyoming database • Spoke at service club meetings, such as Rotary, Kiwanis, and Lions Club of Riverton and Lander, WY • Recruited volunteers for special events and disaster relief missions • Matched volunteers to local service opportunities • Updated the online Volunteer Wyoming database • Spoke at service club meetings, such as Rotary, Kiwanis, and Lions Club of Riverton and Lander, WY