Marianne McQuillan
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Sigrid Stark
I appreciated Marianne's leadership when she headed up a team that I was invited to be part of in planning a national L'Arche fundraising workshop. Even though she had never previously attended one of these unique events the workshop was a huge success. She kept us connected and updated with the myriad of details that need to be dealt with in planning and during the event. I also appreciated Marianne's efforts in sharing fundraising knowledge and experience with those involved with fundraising in the L'Arche communities in Canada.
Marie-Claire Concannon
I had the pleasure of working with Marianne for 8 years at Operation Eyesight. Marianne is an exceptional fundraiser with a gift for identifying and understanding donor interests and matching them with the organization's mission and vision. Her donor focused approach to fundraising coupled with her attention to detail make Marianne a superior donor relations specialist. Marianne's personal commitment to the organization and her own high work standards are demonstrated through the outstanding quality of her work and the ongoing results she achieves. I highly recommend Marianne and would welcome the opportunity to work with her again.
Sigrid Stark
I appreciated Marianne's leadership when she headed up a team that I was invited to be part of in planning a national L'Arche fundraising workshop. Even though she had never previously attended one of these unique events the workshop was a huge success. She kept us connected and updated with the myriad of details that need to be dealt with in planning and during the event. I also appreciated Marianne's efforts in sharing fundraising knowledge and experience with those involved with fundraising in the L'Arche communities in Canada.
Marie-Claire Concannon
I had the pleasure of working with Marianne for 8 years at Operation Eyesight. Marianne is an exceptional fundraiser with a gift for identifying and understanding donor interests and matching them with the organization's mission and vision. Her donor focused approach to fundraising coupled with her attention to detail make Marianne a superior donor relations specialist. Marianne's personal commitment to the organization and her own high work standards are demonstrated through the outstanding quality of her work and the ongoing results she achieves. I highly recommend Marianne and would welcome the opportunity to work with her again.
Sigrid Stark
I appreciated Marianne's leadership when she headed up a team that I was invited to be part of in planning a national L'Arche fundraising workshop. Even though she had never previously attended one of these unique events the workshop was a huge success. She kept us connected and updated with the myriad of details that need to be dealt with in planning and during the event. I also appreciated Marianne's efforts in sharing fundraising knowledge and experience with those involved with fundraising in the L'Arche communities in Canada.
Marie-Claire Concannon
I had the pleasure of working with Marianne for 8 years at Operation Eyesight. Marianne is an exceptional fundraiser with a gift for identifying and understanding donor interests and matching them with the organization's mission and vision. Her donor focused approach to fundraising coupled with her attention to detail make Marianne a superior donor relations specialist. Marianne's personal commitment to the organization and her own high work standards are demonstrated through the outstanding quality of her work and the ongoing results she achieves. I highly recommend Marianne and would welcome the opportunity to work with her again.
Sigrid Stark
I appreciated Marianne's leadership when she headed up a team that I was invited to be part of in planning a national L'Arche fundraising workshop. Even though she had never previously attended one of these unique events the workshop was a huge success. She kept us connected and updated with the myriad of details that need to be dealt with in planning and during the event. I also appreciated Marianne's efforts in sharing fundraising knowledge and experience with those involved with fundraising in the L'Arche communities in Canada.
Marie-Claire Concannon
I had the pleasure of working with Marianne for 8 years at Operation Eyesight. Marianne is an exceptional fundraiser with a gift for identifying and understanding donor interests and matching them with the organization's mission and vision. Her donor focused approach to fundraising coupled with her attention to detail make Marianne a superior donor relations specialist. Marianne's personal commitment to the organization and her own high work standards are demonstrated through the outstanding quality of her work and the ongoing results she achieves. I highly recommend Marianne and would welcome the opportunity to work with her again.
Credentials
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CAGP Canadian Gift Planning Course, 2008
Canadian Association of Gift Planners
Experience
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Casey House
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Canada
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Leadership Gifts Officer
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May 2022 - Present
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Action Against Hunger / Action contre la Faim Canada
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Canada
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International Trade and Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Fundraising Manager
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Sep 2021 - Apr 2022
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Head of Donor Relations and Fundraising
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Aug 2019 - Jan 2021
Worked with major donors focusing on stewardship to increase giving. Wrote the direct mail appeals targeting donors for specific campaigns, Implemented the new donor database, and trained staff on how to use the new system. Trained volunteers in fundraising and supported their local efforts. Worked with major donors focusing on stewardship to increase giving. Wrote the direct mail appeals targeting donors for specific campaigns, Implemented the new donor database, and trained staff on how to use the new system. Trained volunteers in fundraising and supported their local efforts.
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Inclusion Canada
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Canada
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Of Development
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Oct 2018 - Jun 2019
Managed donor procurement through the Benevon model. Wrote seasonal direct mail and applications for funding to foundations and corporations. Stewarded donors. Developed the annual fundraising plan and helped create the communications/social media plan to tie in with fundraising activities. Managed two staff and six volunteers Managed donor procurement through the Benevon model. Wrote seasonal direct mail and applications for funding to foundations and corporations. Stewarded donors. Developed the annual fundraising plan and helped create the communications/social media plan to tie in with fundraising activities. Managed two staff and six volunteers
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Director of Development
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Oct 2015 - Aug 2018
Raised money to meet the foundation's annual fundraising goals. Strengthened donor relations and planned giving initiatives. Developed the annual fundraising plan. Managed a staff of three full time, plus seasonal interns and volunteers. Wrote proposals to foundations and religious organizations. Trained L’Arche communities across the country how to raise money by holding a national workshop and providing feedback and support. Contributed to LCF newsletter. Conducted prospect research to find new donors. Managed LCF social media. Liaised with MP to strengthen government relations and secure funding. Nominated Jean Vanier for international awards. Promoted Endowment Funds to major donors.
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Manager, Fund Development & Communications
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Apr 2011 - Aug 2015
Responsible for liaising with United Nations Enable to promote CRPD and UN Days focused on Disability. Raised funds through direct mail, working with member organizations to apply for funding within their regions. Responsible for producing WBU quarterly newsletter, managed all social media and updated WBU website. Monitored member agencies ability to implement CRPD in regions, and provided program tool-kits. Trained member organizations on how to fund raise locally via workshops, and quarterly follow-ups. Communications focused on Human Rights issues for People with Disabilities.
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Orbis International
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Development Manager
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Aug 2010 - Apr 2011
Stewarded donor relationships: individual donors, major donors, foundations and corporations. Responsible for government relations (CIDA funding) including Results-Based Management reporting, and monitoring CIDA funded project in Viet Nam, working with the local project team. Responsible for the direct mail, and assisted with the annual telethon, and plane pull event, securing sponsorship and corporate participation. Stewarded donor relationships: individual donors, major donors, foundations and corporations. Responsible for government relations (CIDA funding) including Results-Based Management reporting, and monitoring CIDA funded project in Viet Nam, working with the local project team. Responsible for the direct mail, and assisted with the annual telethon, and plane pull event, securing sponsorship and corporate participation.
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Operation Eyesight Universal
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Canada
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Region Manager, Central and Eastern Canada
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Dec 1999 - Jul 2010
Started out as a maternity leave replacement for Development Officer position – moved into more senior roles over the years, ending up at the highest level in a region position. Developed strategic and annual plans for region fundraising and communications. Managed a staff of five and volunteers, engaged in donor stewardship, solicitation, and planned giving. Responsible to generate annual revenues of million + from the region through contacts with major donors, foundations, service clubs, churches and companies. Increased donation average gift from loyal donors and brought in new donors. Proactive in planned giving, resulting in 30% more bequest commitments. Prospect research, media outreach and writing, contributed to OEU newsletters, regular presentations to service clubs, churches and schools to increase awareness. Highlight - nominated Dr. Gopa Kothari (OEU India) for 2004 World of Children Award; which she won.
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Ontario Council for International Cooperation
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Canada
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member - volunteer position
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2005 - 2010
Worked with other board member on oversight and governance to build the OCIC to become one of the strongest international development education organizations across the country. Worked closely with the CEO and staff to help realize this goal. Worked with other board member on oversight and governance to build the OCIC to become one of the strongest international development education organizations across the country. Worked closely with the CEO and staff to help realize this goal.
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Financial Services Representative
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Jan 1997 - Nov 1999
Assisted card members with issues pertaining to their Gold or Platinum memberships, explaining card/program benefits, and aiding in disputed charges from merchants. Most memorable call was from a cardmember who was stranded on a rooftop during the Winnipeg flood of 1997! Had to stay online with him until help arrived. Also served on the committee that allocated CSR funds to local not-for-profits. This spurred my interest in moving into the NGO field. Assisted card members with issues pertaining to their Gold or Platinum memberships, explaining card/program benefits, and aiding in disputed charges from merchants. Most memorable call was from a cardmember who was stranded on a rooftop during the Winnipeg flood of 1997! Had to stay online with him until help arrived. Also served on the committee that allocated CSR funds to local not-for-profits. This spurred my interest in moving into the NGO field.
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Education
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2008 - 2008
CAGP Original Gift Planning Course
CAGP Original Gift Planning Certificate, Planned Giving -
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University of Toronto - Woodsworth College
open studies, English, media, religion and women's studies
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