Jeff Gilchrist, Cap® Email & Phone Number

Arizona, United States

Actively working with professional advisors through the AHA Professional Advisor Network to promote philanthropic planning of both current and deferred gifts.

Arizona, United States

Phoenix, Arizona Area

Philanthropic Advisor for the Southwest region. Responsible for portfolio management of nearly 600 donors who have included a gift to St. Jude in their long range estate plans or are in the process of setting up their long range plans. Responsible for all donors that reside in Arizona & Nevada.Founded by Danny Thomas in 1957 to be the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, ALSAC's sole mission is to raise the funds and awareness necessary to operate and maintain the hospital. ALSAC is responsible for raising 75% of the funds necessary to operate St. Jude.

A Cure is Coming: The Michael-Ryan Pattison Foundation’s mission is to increase the level of awareness and support for those living with paralysis while enabling access to a range of therapies focused on improving quality of life. Working with the Foundation has exposed me to the impact quality medical care can have on individuals who need it most. Direct all aspects of fundraising including donor acquisition, gifts up to $25,000, sponsorship sales, event planning and execution, budgeting and accounting, volunteer orchestration, public relations, and marketing. Develop collaborative relationships with major donors, leading to increases in donations and participation in yearly events. Selected Accomplishments:• Spearheaded all foundation activities, raising over $800,000.• Procured over $350,000 worth of items, for multiple charity auctions, sourced over $125,000 in event sponsorships, and increased yearly attendance by over 10%. • Secured over $175,000 worth of individual gifts ranging from $1,000-$25,000. • Achieved Google search snippet and top two search results (out of 2.8 million) for standing frame application through search engine optimization.• Decreased standing frame cost by negotiating 7.5% discount with supplier for frame orders.

Redmond, Wa

Spearheaded day-to-day functions of fundraiser focused on event planning and execution, project management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and human resources. Selected Accomplishments:• Procured over $210,000 worth of items for multiple charity auctions while sourcing over $70,000 in event sponsorships. • Solicited over $50,000 in major gifts through cultivating relationships with donors and business owners. • Launched standing frame equipment program for individuals affected by paralysis. Awarded 22 frames ($110,000 in total donations) to qualified individuals. Grew applicant list from 1 to over 125 members.• Reduced annual auction costs by 25% while growing attendance through proactive planning & relationship cultivation.• Implemented YouTube campaign, 19 videos created totaling nearly 250,000 views in 100 countries.

Redmond

Responsible for developing, implementing and executing a strategic marketing plan in order to attract potential supporters and retain existing ones.• Played major role in auction planning and execution bringing in over $50,000 worth of items and event sponsorships.• Re-branded foundation, highlighting A Cure is Coming rather than The Michael-Ryan Pattison Foundation.• Launched social media campaigns which included Facebook, Youtube and Twitter pages.

Interacted with The Golf Club at Newcastle personnel and customers to help provide a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Emphasis on communications, customer service and hospitality.