Ajamn Lee-Johnson
Los Angeles ,CA
Summary
Successfully raised and managed over $2M+ in funding across community-centered and government-funded initiatives. Strategic nonprofit leader with over a decade of experience driving fundraising, community engagement, and cross-sector initiatives. Successfully secured and managed over $2M in public and private funding across roles, led high-performing teams, and built partnerships with schools, donors, and government agencies. Skilled in major gifts strategy, grant acquisition, and data-driven storytelling. Adept at aligning mission with metrics to scale programs that create measurable impact. Looking to bring visionary leadership and growth mindset to a senior-level development or partnerships position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Community Engagement
California Black Women’s Health Project – Anti-Violence Ventures
03.2024 - Current
- Advanced racial equity and community healing through culturally competent engagement strategies and program design.
- Designed and launched the Youth Advocacy Program, integrating donor engagement and strategic partnerships to build sustainable youth pipelines.
- Cultivated strategic relationships with schools, funders, and community organizations to support program expansion and funding opportunities.
- Led recruitment and onboarding of ambassadors and coordinated storytelling efforts for advocacy campaigns.
- Partnered with executive leadership to align donor strategies and ensure mission-focused fundraising outcomes.
- Oversaw grants portfolio, securing over $600,000 in funding and ensuring compliance and impact reporting.
Technical Support Specialist
LA County Elections Division
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided frontline communication and support to over 10,000 voters, focusing on technical troubleshooting and clear documentation.
- Ensured compliance with sensitive data protocols and maintained high standards of constituent service.
Program Manager – California COVID Rent Relief
Horne LLP
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Oversaw $1.5M+ in weekly emergency rental assistance distribution, coordinating a 25-member staff team.
- Built staff capacity through coaching and implemented onboarding, performance evaluation, and development processes.
Operations Manager
Amor LA LLC
02.2017 - 02.2022
- Directed staff development and implemented retention strategies, increasing productivity by 32%.
- Managed sponsorships and partnerships for community events, enhancing brand loyalty and donor engagement.
- Produced storytelling content to support donor and customer engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA01.2020
Skills
- Fundraising Campaigns & Major Gifts Strategy
- Donor Cultivation & Grant Acquisition
- Community & Corporate Partnerships
- DEI-Focused Engagement
- Team Leadership & Performance Development
- Event Planning & Public Speaking
- Grant Oversight & Reporting Compliance
- Strategic Planning & Storytelling
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – In Progress
- Nonprofit Management Certificate – Coursera, 2024
- Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) – Candidate
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate – University of South Florida Muma College of Business
Career Highlights
In every role I’ve held, I’ve increased impact and funding. At CABWHP’s Anti-Violence Ventures, I designed and launched a youth advocacy program that not only changed lives, but attracted over $600K in grant funding within months. At Horne LLP, I managed the weekly distribution of $1.5M in rent relief while leading a 25-person team across the state. From building donor pipelines and managing grants to executing multi-agency partnerships and public storytelling campaigns, I bring a rare blend of operational rigor and community-rooted vision that delivers results.
Tools & Platforms
Salesforce | Airtable | Canva | QuickBooks | Constant Contact | Google Workspace | Microsoft Office Suite | Slack | Zoom | Monday.com | GrantHub | EveryAction
Timeline
Director of Community Engagement
California Black Women’s Health Project – Anti-Violence Ventures
03.2024 - Current
Technical Support Specialist
LA County Elections Division
02.2024 - 03.2024
Program Manager – California COVID Rent Relief
Horne LLP
10.2021 - 08.2022
Operations Manager
Amor LA LLC
02.2017 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
California Baptist University
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