ASAP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Philadelphia committed to empowering youth from marginalized communities affected by gun violence through free after-school enrichment programs. After several successful years of fundraising and sharing the powerful stories of our children and families, I was unanimously promoted by the board of directors to Director of Development and Communications. In this role, I lead senior staff, serve as the chief grant writer and supervise annual giving while also overseeing all marketing and communications strategies.Key Responsibilities:Development:-Spearhead the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising and communications strategy, supporting the organization's mission and annual budget.-Lead copywriting, logistics, and production for bi-annual direct mail appeal campaigns.Communications:-Oversee the organization’s social media strategy, ensuring consistent and engaging messaging across platforms.-Create and curate compelling content for diverse audiences on social media, the ASAP website, newsletters, and public presentations.-Supervise content creation and editing for key messaging across various platforms, including appeal letters and media releases.-Manage press and media relations to increase visibility and awareness of ASAP's impact.Operations:-Supervise development staff and manage communications efforts in collaboration with programmatic staff.-Lead organization during the transition of long-time Executive Director, assisting with the onboarding of interim and permanent leadership.-Continue serving as Board Secretary and act as staff liaison to the Board Development and Branding & Marketing Committees.

Due to my contributions, I was promoted to Development & Communications Manager, taking on greater responsibility in donor relations and marketing strategy.Key Responsibilities:Development:-Manage a portfolio of 100-120 foundations, corporations, government entities, and major individual gifts for grant and prospect opportunities;-Independently organized, executed, and fundraised for ASAP’s 20th anniversary event;-Collaborate with the finance department to prepare for the annual audit;-Manage the configuration and implementation of the Raiser’s Edge NXT CRM database.Communications:-Oversaw the design and content of the organization’s website and marketing materials, ensuring consistency in messaging and branding;-Launched the #iLoveAfterschool social media campaign as part of the 20th anniversary fundraiser and event;-Lead the design and distribution of ASAP sponsorship decks;-Proposed and implemented “After School at Home” social media campaign during the pandemic providing a variety of activities and resources for youth and families to use safely at home.Operations:-Served as ASAP Board Secretary and acted as the staff liaison to the Board Development Committee;-Chaired the ASAP staff Branding and Marketing Committee;-Managed the contributions of 15 programmatic staff regarding communications materials and development tasks.

I started at ASAP as the Development & Communications Coordinator managing social media, collaborating on a large portfolio of grants and stakeholder relations, and tailoring messaging for diverse audiences.Other important duties as a coordinator included:Development:-Assisted in annual revenue forecasting during the preparation of the organization’s operating budget;-Led advocacy efforts for the transition from a Microsoft Access Database to a CRM for development purposes;-Oversaw a year-long project to implement the Raiser’s Edge NXT development database, including vetting decades of donor and gift information for accuracy;-Coordinated the organization’s inaugural 5K fundraising event;-Collaborated with board committees for the organization’s strategic planning process.Communications:-Participated in Compass Pro Bono Consulting – Capacity Building Grant which resulted in a new organizational marketing plan and website;-Utilized MailChimp to produce bi-weekly and monthly e-newsletters featuring program updates, testimonials, fundraising efforts, and organizational changes.Operations:-Active member on the staff committee for (1) Branding & Marketing, and (2) Business Processes; -Assisted in redesigning the ASAP board onboarding binder, materials, and expectations;-Served as minute keeper for ASAP staff meetings, committee meetings, and board meetings;-Participated in interview panels for new organizational hires.

Right at Home provides quality in-home care services, striving to enhance the quality of life for clients by placing trusted caregivers to care for their loved ones. In my role as an assistant to the Operations Manager, my key responsibilities included:-Organizing and maintaining case files.-Scheduling caregivers and nurses for specific locations;-Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations in the recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and hiring processes for caregivers (typically Certified Nursing Assistants, LPNs, home health aids, nurses, etc.);-Creating an onboarding manual for administrative assistants;-Assisting with caregiver call-outs and coordinating additional coverage as needed.

Chosen 300 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to empowering the homeless population in Center City, West Philadelphia, and Pottstown through nutritious daily meals and holistic services, including family and career counseling as well as financial literacy workshops. As the Director of Development & Operations, I served as the lead grant writer and content creator. My strong organizational skills and ability to connect with the homeless community enabled me to expand my role to include management of operations at two regional sites and twenty-three remote international locations, including Guyana, Jamaica, Nigeria, Liberia, South Africa, India, and Uganda.Key Responsibilities:Development & Finance:-Grant, report, and contract writing and editing;-Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including foundations, corporations, and local, state, and federal government entities;-Managed donor and gift tracking using CRM software;-Conducted data entry in QuickBooks;-Represented the organization during the United Way campaign at 50 regional churches;-Organized and executed the Walk Against Homelessness event.Communications:-Edited and maintained the organization’s website;-Designed and distributed email marketing campaigns;-Created all marketing materials;-Managed press and media relations.Operations: -Oversaw event and staff management;-Established a case-management system and database accessible to low-income populations;Coordinated a volunteer base of 2,100 individuals and collaborated with 150 partner organizations, churches, and corporations;-Led community outreach initiatives;-Managed business accounts.

During the final semester of my senior year, I interned at a local nonprofit radio station as part of my senior thesis and capstone project. Key Responsibilities:-Collaborated directly with the Executive Director, gaining experience in both communications and fundraising;-Promoted to oversee multiple interns;-Developed and implemented marketing strategies and materials for fundraising campaigns using Vertical Response and PowerPoint;-Created and distributed a monthly newsletter for donors and listeners, highlighting programs, local stories, and station updates;-Conducted interviews with local community members for newsletter features and ongoing social media content;-Authored press releases, news articles, and other pieces aligned with the station’s mission of promoting service through news and culture.

In addition to my senior capstone and political communication internship at WMRA Radio, I also interned at another community-focused radio station to gain additional experience in the nonprofit sector before graduation.Key Responsibilities:-Co-hosted live community news broadcasts;-Participated in the station's annual fundraising campaign, working to meet specific financial goals within the local community;-Conducted interviews with guests in preparation for on-air coverage;-Assisted the Executive Director with administrative tasks such as scheduling, organizing, and fundraising efforts;-Contributed to the communications strategy for various community events.

Worked in the summers from 2007 through 2014 as the administrative assistant.

During my sophomore year of college, I interned with the United States House of Representatives, working directly under a legislative director.Key Responsibilities:-Collaborated with the communications liaison and legislative assistant to draft press releases, conduct legislative research, manage social media, and write co-sponsorship proposals upon the congressman's approval;-Addressed constituent concerns on behalf of the congressman, responding via phone calls and written correspondence.-Attend and takes notes for congressman during congressional hearings;-Trained to lead congressional tours of the United States Capitol Building.