Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Dedication
Philanthropic Experience
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Amanda J. Shane

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic Jewish nonprofit professional with extensive experience in fundraising, leadership, and program management. Proven ability to forge new partnerships and enhance donor relations, driving successful campaign strategies. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills contribute to consistently achieving and surpassing fundraising objectives. Committed to leveraging expertise to foster sustainable growth within the nonprofit sector.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Development

Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York
New York, NY
06.2023 - Current
  • Raise funds with emphasis on The Fund for Emanu-El, Endowment and Nursery School Restricted Fund
  • Implement strategies and oversee cross-team collaboration
  • Cultivate relationships with prospective donors who have no prior engagement
  • Manage the capital campaign efforts for the Nursery School
  • Collaborate with lay leaders on fundraising efforts for a gala - raffle, silent auction and live auction
  • Obtain Streicker Center sponsorships
  • Created and structure the 'Small Ways to Give' program for more sponsorship opportunities
  • Design and execute a strategic development plan to achieve long-term financial stability

Board of Governors, Member

Harmonie Club
01.2020 - Current

National Young Leadership Cabinet, Member

UJA-Federation of New York
New York, NY
01.2016 - Current
  • Leadership training program of the Jewish philanthropic community nationally

Member

Birthright Israel Foundation
New York, NY
01.2016 - Current

Member

Jewish National Fund
New York, NY
06.2019 - 03.2025

Program Manager, Amplifier

Jewish Federations of North America
04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Provided project management, technical, and administrative support for all Amplifier programs and educational cohorts
  • Implemented strategies, oversaw cross-team collaboration, and defined success metrics
  • Identified and used appropriate metrics and KPIs to effectively track programs through regular data collection, utilizing Salesforce and Raiser’s Edge
  • Created content for and disseminated Amplifier’s communications including emails, newsletters, website, and social media
  • Assessed new initiatives to support the organization’s strategies

Co-Founder

Catch Feelings Not COVID
New York, NY
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Developer of hand-curated, virtual dating service in 10 cities around the country, 1,500 clients and 1,000 dates cohorts
  • Defined audience criteria and brand positioning; articulated demographics and produced social media ads
  • Secured media coverage from news outlets: CNBC, ABC7, NBC Boston, News12 Brooklyn, Boston Herald, and Boston Fox25
  • Created virtual events for users in collaboration with Sydney Miller, Founder of HOUSEWORK; Val Elefante, SexTech Expert; and NARS Cosmetics

Social Worker

Up Wee Grow - Early Intervention Program
New York, NY
08.2014 - 03.2020
  • Managed caseload of 60+ families with children with developmental delays: Designed support systems through the Department of Health; created comprehensive family service plans and therapeutic goals; engaged families during home visits to develop support systems
  • Provided advocacy, crisis intervention, and professional oversight in challenging situations

Education

Certificate - Marketing Strategy

Cornell University
01.2021

MSW -

Boston University Wheelock College of Education And Human Development
Boston, MA
01.2014

BA - Psychology

Syracuse University
Syracuse
01.2012

Skills

  • Fundraising
  • Events
  • Partnership Development
  • Community Building
  • Event Planning
  • Volunteer Management
  • Donor Relations

Dedication

Dedicated fundraiser and community builder with a passion for social impact. Skilled in event planning, volunteer management, and donor relations. Seasoned fundraising and events professional with a proven track record of securing significant donations and executing successful campaigns. Adept at building strong relationships with donors, volunteers, and community partners.

Philanthropic Experience

  • UJA-Federation of New York, New York, NY, 01/01/16, Present, National Young Leadership Cabinet, Member, 06/01/23, Present, Young Leaders Executive Committee, Member at Large, 09/01/23, Present, Chair of NYC Emerging Leaders and Philanthropist Collective Leadership Board, 07/01/21, 07/31/23, Vice Chair of NYC Emerging Leaders and Philanthropist Collective Leadership Board, 07/01/20, 07/31/21, Emerging Leaders and Philanthropists Collective Leadership, Member at Large, 01/01/16, 06/30/20, Chaired Generosity Signature Event: Served as MC for 500 young Jewish philanthropists and lead team of 80 to spread awareness, create a community of like-minded young professionals and donors., Virtual Series: “Relationships in the Q”, Moderated a discussion on dating and relationships during quarantine with influence Lindsey Metselaar of podcast “We Met At Acme” and comedian Dan Perlman.
  • Birthright Israel Foundation, New York, NY, 01/01/16, Present
  • Jewish National Fund, New York, NY, 06/01/19, Present, NYC Board, Member, 10/01/24, Present, NYC JNFuture Board, Continuum Chair, 10/01/24, Present, NYC JNFuture Board, Campaign Chair, 10/01/19, 09/30/24, Chaired Shabbat in the Park Annual Event: Served as MC for 550 young philanthropists in Central Park Zoo who share a passion for Israel., Create relationships with new and existing donors to educate about the organization and raise funds for the annual campaign.
  • Harmonie Club, 01/01/20, Present, Board of Governors, Member, 04/01/24, Present, Young Members, Co-Founder, 08/01/23, Present, Admissions Committee, Member, 09/01/21, 07/31/23
  • Birthright Israel Foundation, New York, NY, 12/01/16, 08/31/23, Founding Member of NYC Young Leadership Council

Timeline

Assistant Director of Development

Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York
06.2023 - Current

Program Manager, Amplifier

Jewish Federations of North America
04.2021 - 05.2023

Co-Founder

Catch Feelings Not COVID
03.2020 - 04.2021

Board of Governors, Member

Harmonie Club
01.2020 - Current

Member

Jewish National Fund
06.2019 - 03.2025

National Young Leadership Cabinet, Member

UJA-Federation of New York
01.2016 - Current

Member

Birthright Israel Foundation
01.2016 - Current

Social Worker

Up Wee Grow - Early Intervention Program
08.2014 - 03.2020

Certificate - Marketing Strategy

Cornell University

MSW -

Boston University Wheelock College of Education And Human Development

BA - Psychology

Syracuse University
Amanda J. Shane