OBJECTIVE
Community-focused and diligent professional with 5 years of experience developing and coordinating fundraising activities to promote charitable causes. Skilled in managing events, attending corporate donor meetings, and gathering voluntary financial contributions. Adept at identifying and implementing new research techniques to flourish within nonprofit organizations. Determined team player with expertise in cultivating favorable relationships with community members to ensure successful results. Strategic individual with a strong urge to collaborate with other fundraisers to create and implement solicitation strategies at Guidance in Giving, Inc.
RELEVANT SKILLS
- Fundraising operations
- Event planning
- Microsoft Office
- Volunteer development
- Project management
- Teamwork
- Community engagement
- Reporting & documentation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Genesis Acquisitions, Culpepper, AR
Fundraising Representative, February 2019–Present
- Engage with professionals to organize fundraising campaigns during holidays that include top celebrities and online influencers
- Attain desired funds by promoting the mission of the organization and nurturing relationships with community members
- Address and overcome potential problems and maintain compliance during events by working with functional teams
- Gain in-depth knowledge of 5 charity partners by attending in-person and virtual meetings
Royal Connections, Versailles, KY
Charity Customer Service Fundraiser, June 2017–January 2019
- Built long-term relationships with represented charities, online influencers, and media outlets
- Provided registration-related support to 20+ donors daily and updated them on fundraising initiatives and milestones
- Showcased energetic spirit in delivering outstanding customer service throughout the annual telethon and raised over $8K in funds
- Maintained philanthropic values by facilitating engaging conversations, setting work priorities, and achieving beneficial results
EDUCATION
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, May 2017
Honors: magna cum laude (GPA: 3.7/4.0)
