The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, Inc. encourages philanthropy, assists donors in building an enduring source of charitable assets, and exercises leadership in directing resources to enhance the quality of life for residents of Muncie and Delaware County. - Oversee the grants and scholarship programs of the Foundation by managing the Programs team.- Lead strategic initiatives of the Foundation with a volunteer committee of the Board of Directors.- Serve as liaison between the Foundation and its applicants for primary grantmaking programs.- Work with volunteer committees to guide competitive grant programs.- Provide community leadership through service on community coalitions and committees.- Work with the President and Finance Officer regarding fund management including spending policy.- Work collaboratively with the President and Community Engagement Officer to build charitable assets and assure donor intent in grantmaking.

- Managed the scholarship programs of the Foundation.- Worked with nonprofit organization staff to encourage endowment growth.- Assisted with grantmaking functions including managing Town Endowment programs.- Assisted with asset development functions including stewardship practices and donor relations.- Participated in initiatives to increased the public awareness of the Foundation.

Work with elected Township Trustee and three member Township Board to serve the needs of the residents of Monroe Township in Delaware County, Indiana.- Lead the annual budget and financial reporting, as required and audited by the state. - Determine qualification status and distribute township assistance for residents. - Maintain all financial records including required account reconciliation.

Grants 101 Trainer: Craft curriculum and train participants on grant management best practices and procedures including accepting proposals, reviewing proposals, requesting additional information, site visits, and evaluation. Grants 201 Trainer: Craft curriculum and train participants on advanced management techniques of grant programs including accepting proposals, reviewing proposals, requesting additional information, site visits, and evaluation. Additionally speak to strategic grantmaking, capacity building initiatives, and flexible and relationship based practices.

Collaborated with the resource development team to meet fundraising goals and create relationships with residents in the communities Ivy Tech Community College serves.- Supported executive committees by researching and cultivating potential programs and donors.- Worked in partnership with Financial Aid to award scholarships annually. - Created strategies for potential donors and provide stewardship to current donors. - Solicited targeted donors for campaign contributions.- Organized and supported employee giving campaign.- Planned and attended events to cultivate, network, and steward community members.- Created and submitted proposals for grants and individuals. Prepared post-grant reports.- Served as main point of contact for prospect and donor information. - Maintained all Foundation metrics and financial reporting.- Utilized Microsoft Office, Internet, Raiser’s Edge, and Research Point Wealth Screening software.

Solved software problems and assisted clients on required processes for nine proprietary programs for governmental accounting, utility billing, and payroll procedures. Served as go-to team member for programs closely related to financial accounting including Keystone Budget, Keystone School Budget, Keystone Ledger, and Keystone Payroll. - Applied knowledge of local government processes, as well as federal and state laws. - Applied knowledge of basic accounting, municipal budget, and payroll practices.- Trained new clients on process and technical techniques utilizing remote access.- Tested new software versions to identify gaps and issues that needed correction.

- Provided technology consulting services to clients including Eli Lilly, Sprint Local, AT&T Wireless, and Cinergy with a focus on program and test management. - Served in roles related to risk management, change management, and asset management.- Created strategic testing plan in a small team and served as primary tester. - Supervised small team of administrative staff related to program management.- Utilized time management and organization skills for efficient weekly travel schedule.- Participated in culture and recruiting activities for Indiana University recruiting team.