Susan Messina
Senior Director Of Development and Communications at Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA)- Claim this Profile
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Aubrey Villalobos, DrPH, MEd
Susan is a selfless and engaged advocate. We've worked together on multiple collaborations over the past several years to promote advancement of well being for sexual and gender minorities in the Washington, D.C. region. She has been energetic and committed to the community advisory board on which she sits and I greatly value our professional partnership. Susan is a great leader and an asset to her organization and the city.
Lynette (Lylie) Fisher
Susan Messina is an accomplished development professional and has advanced Iona's fundraising abilities through her outstanding organizational abilities and exceptional skills in the design and management of (industry recognized) fundraising administration systems. We have collaborated on a number of complex grant proposals and on each occasion I thoroughly appreciated Susan meticulous organizational planning and no fuss collaborative approach. As Iona's Director of Development and Communications Susan also has oversight of our print and online collateral. In this role she has enabled Iona to strengthen its marketing ability through the production of quality educational/promotional materials. Iona is very fortunate to have Susan Messina on our team.
Aubrey Villalobos, DrPH, MEd
Susan is a selfless and engaged advocate. We've worked together on multiple collaborations over the past several years to promote advancement of well being for sexual and gender minorities in the Washington, D.C. region. She has been energetic and committed to the community advisory board on which she sits and I greatly value our professional partnership. Susan is a great leader and an asset to her organization and the city.
Lynette (Lylie) Fisher
Susan Messina is an accomplished development professional and has advanced Iona's fundraising abilities through her outstanding organizational abilities and exceptional skills in the design and management of (industry recognized) fundraising administration systems. We have collaborated on a number of complex grant proposals and on each occasion I thoroughly appreciated Susan meticulous organizational planning and no fuss collaborative approach. As Iona's Director of Development and Communications Susan also has oversight of our print and online collateral. In this role she has enabled Iona to strengthen its marketing ability through the production of quality educational/promotional materials. Iona is very fortunate to have Susan Messina on our team.
Aubrey Villalobos, DrPH, MEd
Susan is a selfless and engaged advocate. We've worked together on multiple collaborations over the past several years to promote advancement of well being for sexual and gender minorities in the Washington, D.C. region. She has been energetic and committed to the community advisory board on which she sits and I greatly value our professional partnership. Susan is a great leader and an asset to her organization and the city.
Lynette (Lylie) Fisher
Susan Messina is an accomplished development professional and has advanced Iona's fundraising abilities through her outstanding organizational abilities and exceptional skills in the design and management of (industry recognized) fundraising administration systems. We have collaborated on a number of complex grant proposals and on each occasion I thoroughly appreciated Susan meticulous organizational planning and no fuss collaborative approach. As Iona's Director of Development and Communications Susan also has oversight of our print and online collateral. In this role she has enabled Iona to strengthen its marketing ability through the production of quality educational/promotional materials. Iona is very fortunate to have Susan Messina on our team.
Aubrey Villalobos, DrPH, MEd
Susan is a selfless and engaged advocate. We've worked together on multiple collaborations over the past several years to promote advancement of well being for sexual and gender minorities in the Washington, D.C. region. She has been energetic and committed to the community advisory board on which she sits and I greatly value our professional partnership. Susan is a great leader and an asset to her organization and the city.
Lynette (Lylie) Fisher
Susan Messina is an accomplished development professional and has advanced Iona's fundraising abilities through her outstanding organizational abilities and exceptional skills in the design and management of (industry recognized) fundraising administration systems. We have collaborated on a number of complex grant proposals and on each occasion I thoroughly appreciated Susan meticulous organizational planning and no fuss collaborative approach. As Iona's Director of Development and Communications Susan also has oversight of our print and online collateral. In this role she has enabled Iona to strengthen its marketing ability through the production of quality educational/promotional materials. Iona is very fortunate to have Susan Messina on our team.
Credentials
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Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
CFRE InternationalDec, 2012- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA)
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Director Of Development and Communications
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Apr 2021 - Present
Designs and executes JCA's comprehensive development strategy, manages development team, conducts prospecting and application to corporate, foundation, and government donor sources, expands a robust individual donor base, and builds awareness of JCA's mission, programs, and service populations. Designs and executes JCA's comprehensive development strategy, manages development team, conducts prospecting and application to corporate, foundation, and government donor sources, expands a robust individual donor base, and builds awareness of JCA's mission, programs, and service populations.
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Iona Senior Services
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Deputy Director
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Jul 2018 - Mar 2021
Was responsible for overseeing the following programs and services: the Active Wellness Program at St. Alban’s, the Take Charge/Age Well Academy, volunteer programs, arts programming, communications/marketing, LGBTQ outreach/programs, wellness programming in Wards 2 and 3, building administration, HR, and IT. Helped to maximize and monitor overall organization data-driven performance and served as part of Executive Director’s senior management team. Sought and responded to strategic community partnerships, including with Villages, faith communities, other nonprofits, and corporate entities. Sought and received funding for programming for LGBTQ seniors and individuals who are aging solo.
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Director of Development and Communications
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Sep 2013 - Jun 2018
Led all development, communications, and volunteer management efforts through a staff of five. Raised $1.4+ annually, from foundations, major donors, annual fund, corporate partnerships, and special events. Implemented Benevon Model of Sustainable Fundraising. Communicated strategically through revised website, blog, e-communications, donor newsletter, Facebook, and other efforts. Supervised recruitment, placement, management, evaluation, and recognition of 350 volunteers. Led LGBTQ outreach and programming activities within Iona, and citywide in partnership with other organizations. Served as a member of the senior leadership team. Worked closely with board members.
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Self-Employed
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Independent Childbirth Educator
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Jul 2002 - Mar 2017
Over the course almost 15 years, taught more than 2,000 expectant parents the information and skills to prepare for natural childbirth, in small group settings and private classes.
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Independent Grantwriter
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2001 - 2007
Specialized in health and human services/Federal and foundation funding. Clients included AIDS Services of Pinellas County, FL, Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, Food and Friends, the Mautner Project for Lesbians with Cancer, Metro TeenAIDS, Parents Action for Children, the Wendt Center for Loss and Healing, and Wider Opportunities for Women
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National Hospice Foundation
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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Director of Grants & Special Projects
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Aug 2006 - Sep 2013
Took lead on grant proposal writing, athletic charity fundraising program, and was in charge of all NHF communication channels to raise funds for national initiatives to improve end-of-life experiences through hospice and palliative care. Took lead on grant proposal writing, athletic charity fundraising program, and was in charge of all NHF communication channels to raise funds for national initiatives to improve end-of-life experiences through hospice and palliative care.
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Manager, Grants and Administration
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Jul 1998 - Jul 2001
Was the grantwriter for the nation's leading managed care trade association, working primarily in the Medical Affairs (i.e., public health) Department. Was the grantwriter for the nation's leading managed care trade association, working primarily in the Medical Affairs (i.e., public health) Department.
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Advocates for Youth
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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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Director of Sexuality Education
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Jul 1991 - Oct 1994
First as a program associate, and then as Director of Sexuality Education, educated adults about the sexual and reproductive health needs of adolescents. First as a program associate, and then as Director of Sexuality Education, educated adults about the sexual and reproductive health needs of adolescents.
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Bryn Mawr College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Director of Admissions
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Jul 1987 - Jul 1989
Recruited, interviewed, and selected students for the entering classes of 1993 and 1994 at Bryn Mawr College. Recruited, interviewed, and selected students for the entering classes of 1993 and 1994 at Bryn Mawr College.
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Women In Transition, Inc
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United States
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Assistant To The Director
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Jul 1986 - Jul 1987
Performed administrative duties for feminist social service agency. Performed administrative duties for feminist social service agency.
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