Travis Christopher, Cfre

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Experienced Executive Director, Senior Non-Profit Leader, Emcee, Voiceover Artist, Public Address Announcer, Community Volunteer! @ Sanford Health Foundation
Travis Christopher, Cfre's Location
Fargo, North Dakota, United States, United States
About Travis Christopher, Cfre

Travis is a seasoned nonprofit professional with over 25 years of experience in fundraising and community service. As an Executive Director, he has demonstrated a deep commitment to his community through both professional work and personal service. Also, he is an in-demand speaker on donor stewardship and retention. He has raised over 40 million dollars in his career.Travis brings a wealth of expertise to the table, particularly in strategic planning and fund development. He has a proven track record in securing funding across various arenas, including capital campaigns, operational budgets, and endowment funds. He has tripled local Giving Hearts Day efforts for two organizations and has had a record 2023-2024 with event revenue and income. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to advancing the missions of nonprofit organizations, leveraging their skills to make a positive impact on the communities they serve. Their passion for philanthropy is evident in their ability to forge meaningful partnerships and mobilize resources to drive sustainable change.In addition to his professional accomplishments, he is actively engaged in Association of Fundraising Professionals and Rotary, further exemplifying his commitment to making a difference beyond the workplace.See you at a hockey game or many other events - he will be the one announcing!

Travis Christopher, Cfre's Current Company Details
Sanford Health Foundation

Sanford Health Foundation

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Experienced Executive Director, Senior Non-Profit Leader, Emcee, Voiceover Artist, Public Address Announcer, Community Volunteer!
Travis Christopher, Cfre Work Experience Details
  • Sanford Health Foundation
    Senior Development Officer
    Sanford Health Foundation Nov 2023 - Present
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    Working with a great team of donors, medical professionals and Fargo Foundation team, doubled our Giving Hearts Day campaign in two years from $45,000 to over $90,000 to benefit Roger Maris Cancer Center, Sanford Hillsboro and Sanford Hospice. Also experienced an increase in total Sanford employee giving in the region both in numbers and percentage. Lastly, increased Hillsboro Golf event to $36,000 raised in 2023 - started with $24,000 in 2021.
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  • Sanford Health Foundation
    Development Officer
    Sanford Health Foundation Sep 2021 - Nov 2023
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    Responsible for annual giving, employee giving campaigns as well as fundraising event in outstate North Dakota and Minnesota. Initial successes are 50% increase in Sanford Hillsboro Golf Tournament event from $21,000 in 2021 to $36,000 in 2023 fundraising. Also, increase in over employee giving from 13.4 at year end 2022 to 13.5% of employees by end of July 2023 leading to $200,000 in yearly giving. Increased Giving Hearts Day fundraising for Hospice, Hillsboro and Roger Maris Cancer Center from $55,000 in 2021 to $85,000 in 2023 through new techniques involving new sponsors and donors, social media strategies and pre event giving. Also, served on 2022 all Foundation employee retreat committee and presented continuing education to staff on "gratitude!" Raised over$300,000 in planned gifts first year in role.
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  • Fargo Public Schools
    Public Address Announcer
    Fargo Public Schools Dec 2022 - Present
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    Announced primarily Boys and Girls Soccer, Girls Hockey - also announced the 2023 Girls State Soccer Tournament - all 11 games and 2024 State Girls Hockey Tournament
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  • Fargo Force
    Public Address Announcer
    Fargo Force Sep 2019 - Present
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    Public Address Announcer starting with 2019-2020 season. Announced 160 straight games and never missed a game from 2019-2024. Returning for sixth season in 2024-2025 campaign.
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  • Hospice Of The Red River Valley
    Development Officer
    Hospice Of The Red River Valley May 2020 - Sep 2021
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    In my area of responsibility:• As of June 30, 2021 increased annual giving from $430,967 to $557,745 (reversing four year downward trend)• Closed largest outright cash gift to endowment in organization’s history, $125,000 (2021)• Increased Giving Hearts Day giving from $97,990 from 842 donors in 2020 to $206,533 from 1031 donors in 2021• Raised $1,000,000 in capital giving to Our House, Our Hope campaign – minimum gift $25,000.• Increased first year giving in new markets for the organization, Bismarck and Grand Forks.
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  • Dakota Medical Foundation (Dmf)
    Director Of Donor Fulfillment
    Dakota Medical Foundation (Dmf) Jul 2019 - Apr 2020
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    I work closely with the founders of both Dakota Medical Foundation and Impact Foundation donor-advised funds and fiscal sponsor projects to provide clear pathways to achieving the greatest impact possible. Also serve as a community ambassador and fundraiser for Dakota Medical Foundation initiative like Giving Hearts Day, Lend A Hand Up, and Stand to Protect. • Increased annual giving to our fiscal sponsor projects by a net 5% on Giving Hearts Day ($521,293 from $467,786 in 2019)• Added eight new funds and fiscal sponsor projects during the first nine months on the job.• Instituted a video "thank you" program to donors which results in higher donor retention with funds (60% plus) and more donor-initiated engagement. • Coached area nonprofits one on one regarding fundraising planning. Five-star reviews from charities on the evaluations.
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  • United Way Of Cass-Clay
    Director Of Resource Development
    United Way Of Cass-Clay Nov 2014 - Jun 2019
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    Responsible for all sponsorships, campaign and donor relationships. Working in a great team of two people: increased campaign dollars from $5.5 million to over $6 million in four years. Increased community campaign presentations from 147 in 2015 to 233 in 2018. Also had increase in major giving gifts from $548,000 to $626,000 during tenure. Energized presentations about our four bold goals increasing designations to those four bold goals by net $300,000 over 4 years.
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  • Boy Scouts Of America
    Executive Director
    Boy Scouts Of America Nov 2012 - Nov 2014
    Fargo, North Dakota, United States
    Executive Director in Fargo, North Dakota (2012-2014) Managed and led a team of 27 great people plus seasonal program staff. $2.8 million annual operating budget with $15 million in assets. Successes included: • Recognition as a national council leader in fundraising - July 2014. • 8% increase in all direct fundraising efforts over one year. • Assisted with great team members to close land gift adjacent to Camp Wilderness in Park Rapids, MN. 31 acres to be used for future development. • Increased net cash position in 2012, 2013 and 2014 due to cash management procedures and new processes for collection. • Created and maintained new outreach efforts to serve the underserved Native American populations in Fort Yates, ND. • Created and partnered with United Way to develop new Scouting outreach efforts to serve youth and families in the Madison and Jefferson neighborhoods. This includes tracking new outcomes including educational success and behaviors.
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  • Boy Scouts Of America
    Executive Director
    Boy Scouts Of America Jul 2009 - Nov 2012
    Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
    Successes included:• Membership growth in all programs over three-year tenure, ranking in top 20% of all national Boy Scouts councils in this growth, market share and youth retention. • Success in fundraising in endowment, capital and operating funds. One example was raising funds needed to add needed acreage to Howard H. Cherry Scout Camp. Also secured $1 million in funding for FEMA storm shelters for rural camp location.• Enhanced Cedar Rapids outreach program with great staff to serve minority community!
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  • Boy Scouts Of America
    Chief Operating Officer
    Boy Scouts Of America Aug 2004 - Jul 2009
    Appleton, Wisconsin, United States
    Served as Chief Operating Officer for nonprofit serving 22 counties of eastern Wisconsin and upper Michigan. Managed entire field staff for success!Successes included:• Finished in top 10 of all scout councils in endowment growth in 2005, 2006, 2007 (this was a primary area of my responsibility those years.) • We also acquired funding for new $500,000 Outdoor Education Center at Gardner Dam Scout Camp in White Lake, WI.
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  • Boy Scouts Of America
    Development Officer
    Boy Scouts Of America Sep 2001 - Aug 2004
    Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States
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  • Boy Scouts Of America
    Field Staff
    Boy Scouts Of America Jan 1999 - Sep 2001
    Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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  • Tcf Bank
    Assistant Vice President / Director Of Corporate Security
    Tcf Bank Jul 1997 - Jan 1999
    Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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  • City Of Brooklyn Park, Mn
    Crime Prevention Specialist / Cops Unit
    City Of Brooklyn Park, Mn Jul 1994 - Jul 1997
    Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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  • City Of Maple Grove, Minnesota
    Community Services / Crime Prevention
    City Of Maple Grove, Minnesota May 1991 - Jul 1994
    Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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What company does Travis Christopher, Cfre work for?

Travis Christopher, Cfre works for Sanford Health Foundation

What is Travis Christopher, Cfre's role at the current company?

Travis Christopher, Cfre's current role is Experienced Executive Director, Senior Non-Profit Leader, Emcee, Voiceover Artist, Public Address Announcer, Community Volunteer!.

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Travis Christopher, Cfre attended Metro State University.

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