Manager, Fund Development & Volunteers
Participation House Project (Durham Region)
Supporting People With Physical And Development Disabilities
Developed and applied strategies to increase financial support, community partners, profile, agency brand and awareness. Maintained contact management system, departmental databases, business directories and mailing lists. Founder and administrator for PH Volunteer Program. Responsible for recruitment, screening, orientation, retention, training and recognition/awards program. Created Special Events Committee to expand the number of events and engagement activities within the community. Secured sponsorship for events and obtained funding for existing and proposed services, programs and resource management; researched current programs available through various government departments; verified, compiled data for proposals, reports and board and prospect presentations. Creative web design and content management. Resource for IT issues and trouble shooting.Managed all media and public relations (media kits, brochures, bios, newsletters). Designed direct marketing materials, electronic presentations. Presented to stakeholders, businesses and donors in the community to raise impact and essential funding to support cause.Organized and attended trade shows, fairs, education seminars, workshops and board meetings/events.