Abigail Williams
BROOKLYN
Summary
Dedicated fundraising professional with a strong track record as a Senior Development Associate, skilled in crafting compelling narratives and mobilizing resources to support mission-driven initiatives. Experienced in cultivating donor relationships, executing successful fundraising campaigns, and securing funding to drive organizational growth. Proficient in grant writing, event coordination, and strategic development planning. Committed to advancing the financial sustainability of nonprofit organizations while making a meaningful impact.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Development Associate
The New York Immigration Coalition
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and executed successful grant proposals, securing vital funding for organizational projects, including multi-million dollar government contracts and multi-year institutional funding opportunities.
- Evaluated and refined development strategies based on data analysis, ensuring continuous improvement in fundraising efforts.
- Established strong rapport and partnerships with corporations and foundations to diversify funding sources and expand organizational reach and strengthen their connection to our work.
- Mentored and onboarded new hires in development roles, providing guidance on effective fundraising tactics and organizational knowledge to contribute to team success.
- Streamlined internal processes within the development, finance and program teams maximizing efficiency in donor outreach activities and day to day grant management.
- Spearheaded prospecting process, enhanced fundraising outcomes by strategically identifying and cultivating prospective donors.
AmeriCorps VISTA
The New York Immigration Coalition
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Supported the Individual Giving team in planning and executing donor engagement events and briefings, enhancing donor relations and stewardship efforts.
- Conceptualized and launched an annual Authors Event spotlighting immigrant storytellers, fostering funder engagement and elevating community voices.
- Assisted in the execution of donor campaigns, including year-end appeals, lapsed donor outreach, and annual report distribution.
- Drafted compelling Letters of Inquiry and developed updated narrative content for key program areas to align with funding priorities.
- Coordinated cross-functional efforts with program staff to pursue new funding opportunities, assigned tasks, and facilitated timely proposal submissions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2021
Skills
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Adaptive learning
- Creative solutions
- Project management
- Donor relations
- Database management
- Salesforce
- Public Speaking, Interpersonal Skills
- Event Planning
- Microsoft: Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
Timeline
Senior Development Associate
The New York Immigration Coalition
08.2022 - Current
AmeriCorps VISTA
The New York Immigration Coalition
08.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
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