Ginger DeShaney
Development and Communications Director at South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation- Claim this Profile
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Cristy Balcells
Ginger is an intelligent, detail-oriented, no-nonsense woman who doesn't just get the job done - she gets it done while being incredibly approachable, compassionate and thoughtful. Ginger has the unique skill of being a great listener as well as a doer. As executive director building a national nonprofit from the ground up, I counted on Ginger daily and was always impressed by her willingness to learn new skills, embrace and launch ideas into projects, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines while being all-around easy to work with. Ginger is a communicator to her core. She has an incredible gift with words and can tell a story in a way that is compelling and smart. Ginger is a master of multiple avenues of nonprofit administration, having worn many hats and been successful in designing and managing multiple projects, collaborations, and initiatives. From donor management to graphic design to social media to program development to grants, GInger always delivered impressive work. As important as her attention to detail is her work ethic and tireless commitment to helping people. GInger is one of those people who will always "do the right thing" - and when she does it she does it flawlessly.
Terry Murphy
Ginger is a producer. If you want solid editing while under a crushing deadline, she's the one you turn to. Amazing work ethic, sharp skill set, and a sense of humor. Perfect combo these days.
Cristy Balcells
Ginger is an intelligent, detail-oriented, no-nonsense woman who doesn't just get the job done - she gets it done while being incredibly approachable, compassionate and thoughtful. Ginger has the unique skill of being a great listener as well as a doer. As executive director building a national nonprofit from the ground up, I counted on Ginger daily and was always impressed by her willingness to learn new skills, embrace and launch ideas into projects, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines while being all-around easy to work with. Ginger is a communicator to her core. She has an incredible gift with words and can tell a story in a way that is compelling and smart. Ginger is a master of multiple avenues of nonprofit administration, having worn many hats and been successful in designing and managing multiple projects, collaborations, and initiatives. From donor management to graphic design to social media to program development to grants, GInger always delivered impressive work. As important as her attention to detail is her work ethic and tireless commitment to helping people. GInger is one of those people who will always "do the right thing" - and when she does it she does it flawlessly.
Terry Murphy
Ginger is a producer. If you want solid editing while under a crushing deadline, she's the one you turn to. Amazing work ethic, sharp skill set, and a sense of humor. Perfect combo these days.
Cristy Balcells
Ginger is an intelligent, detail-oriented, no-nonsense woman who doesn't just get the job done - she gets it done while being incredibly approachable, compassionate and thoughtful. Ginger has the unique skill of being a great listener as well as a doer. As executive director building a national nonprofit from the ground up, I counted on Ginger daily and was always impressed by her willingness to learn new skills, embrace and launch ideas into projects, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines while being all-around easy to work with. Ginger is a communicator to her core. She has an incredible gift with words and can tell a story in a way that is compelling and smart. Ginger is a master of multiple avenues of nonprofit administration, having worn many hats and been successful in designing and managing multiple projects, collaborations, and initiatives. From donor management to graphic design to social media to program development to grants, GInger always delivered impressive work. As important as her attention to detail is her work ethic and tireless commitment to helping people. GInger is one of those people who will always "do the right thing" - and when she does it she does it flawlessly.
Terry Murphy
Ginger is a producer. If you want solid editing while under a crushing deadline, she's the one you turn to. Amazing work ethic, sharp skill set, and a sense of humor. Perfect combo these days.
Cristy Balcells
Ginger is an intelligent, detail-oriented, no-nonsense woman who doesn't just get the job done - she gets it done while being incredibly approachable, compassionate and thoughtful. Ginger has the unique skill of being a great listener as well as a doer. As executive director building a national nonprofit from the ground up, I counted on Ginger daily and was always impressed by her willingness to learn new skills, embrace and launch ideas into projects, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines while being all-around easy to work with. Ginger is a communicator to her core. She has an incredible gift with words and can tell a story in a way that is compelling and smart. Ginger is a master of multiple avenues of nonprofit administration, having worn many hats and been successful in designing and managing multiple projects, collaborations, and initiatives. From donor management to graphic design to social media to program development to grants, GInger always delivered impressive work. As important as her attention to detail is her work ethic and tireless commitment to helping people. GInger is one of those people who will always "do the right thing" - and when she does it she does it flawlessly.
Terry Murphy
Ginger is a producer. If you want solid editing while under a crushing deadline, she's the one you turn to. Amazing work ethic, sharp skill set, and a sense of humor. Perfect combo these days.
Credentials
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Notary Public
State of MassachusettsAug, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Development and Communications Director
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Jul 2021 - Present
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South Boston Online
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United States
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Newspaper Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Writer/Photographer
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Sep 2020 - Present
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Photographer
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Jul 2020 - Present
Portrait, sports, and event photographer.gingerdeshaney.com Portrait, sports, and event photographer.gingerdeshaney.com
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Notary Public
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Aug 2017 - Present
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Office Manager
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Feb 2018 - Jul 2021
Organized and coordinated office operations and procedures.Was responsible for accounts receivable and accounts payable. Invoiced customers and followed up on payments.Managed relationships with vendors, service providers, and clients.Implemented and maintained filing systems. Organized and coordinated office operations and procedures.Was responsible for accounts receivable and accounts payable. Invoiced customers and followed up on payments.Managed relationships with vendors, service providers, and clients.Implemented and maintained filing systems.
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School Parent Council Secretary
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Oct 2018 - Jun 2021
Took minutes at meetings; wrote sponsor/annual appeal letters. Created flyers, brochures, and graphics. Managed social media sites. Took minutes at meetings; wrote sponsor/annual appeal letters. Created flyers, brochures, and graphics. Managed social media sites.
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Barth Syndrome Foundation
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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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Freelance Designer
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Dec 2018 - Feb 2020
Created reports, newsletters, and graphics.Edited copy. Created reports, newsletters, and graphics.Edited copy.
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Freelance Grant Writer
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Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
Wrote grants for nonprofit arts organization. Wrote grants for nonprofit arts organization.
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School Parent Council Co-Chair
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Oct 2016 - Oct 2018
Convened and led general meetings of the OB SPC and meetings of the Executive Committee.Served as liaison for the SPC to the entire parent body, the community, school administration and faculty.Volunteered for school functions as necessary. Was part of the grant writing team that received a grant of $186,000 from Mass Life Sciences. Member of the O'B Sports Banquet Committee and the O'B Community Builders. Convened and led general meetings of the OB SPC and meetings of the Executive Committee.Served as liaison for the SPC to the entire parent body, the community, school administration and faculty.Volunteered for school functions as necessary. Was part of the grant writing team that received a grant of $186,000 from Mass Life Sciences. Member of the O'B Sports Banquet Committee and the O'B Community Builders.
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Director of Operations & Communications
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Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
Managed online banking and vendor payments; established and enforced operational processes; managed digital record-keeping necessary for annual audit.Tracked donations and sent acknowledgments; tracked invoices and deposits for annual sponsors. Developed, wrote, and managed grants. Managed the website, social media sites, and communications calendar. Created and sent emails to patients, families, physicians, and donors. Designed flyers, brochures, and other patient education and outreach materials; created infographics, logos, banners, postcards, and posters. Wrote patient and sponsor stories and press releases. Networked with patients and families. Managed and coordinated Mito Patient & Family Socials, the MitoAction Memories group, the Matthew Harty Scholarship, and the Marcel's Way Family Fund, a family assistance program.
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Director of Operations & Support
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Jan 2016 - Jan 2017
Tracked donations and sent acknowledgments. Executed awareness initiatives. Maintained the website, social media sites, and communications calendar. Created flyers, brochures, and other outreach and patient education materials; designed infographics, logos, banners, postcards, and posters. Corresponded with patients and families. Wrote grants, press releases, patient and sponsor stories. Coordinated Mito Patient & Family Socials, the MitoAction Memories group, the Marcel's Way Family Fund, and the Matthew Harty Scholarship. Assisted with camp recruiting and generated stories and newsletters.
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Membership & Support Coordinator
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Mar 2010 - Dec 2015
Corresponded with patients and families. Wrote stories, press releases, emails, and grants. Executed awareness initiatives. Created documents, flyers, infographics, and other outreach and patient education materials. Maintained and updated social media sites and the website.
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School Parent Council Tri-Secretary
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2016
Took minutes at meetings; wrote sponsor/annual appeal letters; member of communications committee and lead communications efforts; member of O'Bryant Community Builders committee and Sports Banquet committee. Took minutes at meetings; wrote sponsor/annual appeal letters; member of communications committee and lead communications efforts; member of O'Bryant Community Builders committee and Sports Banquet committee.
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Advisory Board
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Oct 2009 - Aug 2014
Was part of the research team that wrote grants. Wrote two projects that appeared on GlobalGiving. Our "Empower 200 Mothers and 1,000 Girls in Kenya" ranked 200th out of 13,000 projects. Was part of the research team that wrote grants. Wrote two projects that appeared on GlobalGiving. Our "Empower 200 Mothers and 1,000 Girls in Kenya" ranked 200th out of 13,000 projects.
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Grant Writer/Volunteer
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Sep 2008 - Jun 2014
In 2008, co-wrote successful $25,000 grant for a swimming program. In 2010-11 school year, wrote two successful grants: $24,000 from BPS Arts Expansion Fund to fund a music program, and $3,000 from Fuel Up to Play 60 for a breakfast program. In 2012, co-wrote successful grant for $2,500 from Active Schools Acceleration Project (ASAP) for a health program and wrote successful Fuel Up to Play 60 grant for $2,800 from the New England Dairy & Food Council for a school breakfast program. In 2013, was named the New England Patriots' Difference Maker for Exercise and Healthy Eating Week as part of their Celebrate Volunteerism Initiative.
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Freelance Book Editor
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Apr 2010 - 2012
Edited "Blue Streak: The Highs, Lows, and Behind-the-Scenes Hijinks of a National Champion" and "Sarah's Home-Cooked Meals Made Easy." Edited "Blue Streak: The Highs, Lows, and Behind-the-Scenes Hijinks of a National Champion" and "Sarah's Home-Cooked Meals Made Easy."
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Copy Editor/Writer
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Apr 2009 - Apr 2010
Wrote freelance articles and edited freelance articles for Demand Studios, an online media company. Wrote freelance articles and edited freelance articles for Demand Studios, an online media company.
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Sports Copy Editor
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Oct 1999 - Apr 2009
Edited up to 20 stories a night on four deadlines. Supervised copy desk and assigned stories based on editors' strengths. Worked on special sections for World Series, Super Bowls, and Olympics. Edited stories and blogs for Boston.com. Edited up to 20 stories a night on four deadlines. Supervised copy desk and assigned stories based on editors' strengths. Worked on special sections for World Series, Super Bowls, and Olympics. Edited stories and blogs for Boston.com.
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Features Slot
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Aug 1998 - Oct 1999
Oversaw staff of six editors. Edited feature stories and designed pages. Filled in for assistant managing editor for production. Oversaw staff of six editors. Edited feature stories and designed pages. Filled in for assistant managing editor for production.
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Chicago Sun-Times
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United States
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Newspaper Publishing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Copy Editor
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Apr 1997 - Jul 1998
Edited business, real estate, news, and features copy. Edited business, real estate, news, and features copy.
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Sports Editor
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Aug 1996 - Mar 1997
Wrote sports features; assigned stories to reporters; edited copy.Managed schedules and workflow; set staff goals and standards.Ensured daily deadlines were met.
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Copy Editor/Page Designer
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Sep 1995 - Aug 1996
Edited special projects and local copy; designed front and inside pages.
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News Editor
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Nov 1993 - Sep 1995
Oversaw nightly production; supervised copy desk.Designed special sections, as well as front, local, news, and feature pages,Edited copy. Oversaw and implemented redesign.
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Education Reporter
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Mar 1989 - Nov 1993
Generated and wrote stories from K-12 school district and area colleges. Also served as assistant features editor, assistant city editor, travel editor, and entertainment editor.
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Education Reporter/Photographer
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Jun 1987 - Mar 1989
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Community Editor/Photographer
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Jun 1985 - Jun 1987
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Education
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1981 - 1985
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism
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