Megan Barton Email & Phone Number

Berkeley, CA, US

Berkeley, CA

• I partner with nonprofits and grantmakers to tell stories of change and possibility. I collaborate with you to:
• Clarify and frame your strategic vision
• Shape and articulate your core message and calls to action
• Define and communicate your program impact
• Secure grant funding and sustain your philanthropic relationshipsMy experience spans 30+ years in the nonprofit sector, generating millions of dollars for theater and community-based creative expression, education and.
• Aurora Theatre

Berkeley, CA

Oversaw fundraising programs that that increased annual contributed revenue 30% over five years to $2.6M through individual gifts, special events, institutional funding, and legacy giving. Managed a team of five people plus seasonal telefunders. Partnered with Marketing & Communications to shape constituent messaging, design and promote events, and secure.

Berkeley, CA

Generated more than $3 million in grant funding over eight years, 40% of which was new or increased support for the theater’s main stage and community-based theater and education programs. Partnered with Artistic Director to create ground-breaking community-based theater making initiative. Assisted Development Director in annual and strategic planning for.

Oakland, CA

Secured and managed institutional funding totaling more than $2 million to support service-learning partnerships, teacher training, curriculum development, alternative high school, and charter school start-up. Collaborated with Executive Director and Program Directors to identify and secure grant funding and other resources for youth development.

San Francisco, CA

Designed and implemented first prospect research program for regional office of international conservation organization; provided research support to four fundraisers in successful $15.3 million capital campaign. Initiated and directed a comprehensive system of regular project updates to all $10,000+ donors and prospects, creating for the first time a.

Oakland, CA

Successfully solicited a wide range of support: crafted written appeals to major donors; promoted ticket sales; secured donated and discounted goods and services; recruited volunteers. Established and expanded a solid base of individual supporters and generated new $100+ donors. Provided leadership and logistical coordination for a variety of promotional.

San Francisco, CA

Managed all aspects of an annual dinner for major donors to statewide environmental PAC; attracted more than 300 guests and raised largest net proceeds in organization's history.

San Francisco, CA

Oversaw office administration for statewide political action group with year-round phone and door-to-door canvass programs. Created and managed office systems; compiled federal and state election campaign reports; managed payroll, accounts payable; supported ED.