ANGELA LATHEN
Yorkville,IL
Summary
Nonprofit development leader with over 10 years of experience in fundraising and donor engagement. Successfully managed portfolios exceeding $30M and secured significant support from government, corporate, and foundation sources. Expertise in developing integrated strategies that drive revenue growth and enhance community impact through strategic partnerships and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Development & Communications
A SAFE HAVEN FOUNDATION
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Directed fundraising and communications strategy for large Midwest social enterprise.
- Managed $30M portfolio and eight-member team overseeing grants, events, and donor engagement.
- Secured $12.5M in new revenue for FY2024 through multi-year commitments.
- Obtained $3.9M from VA, $3.6M from IDHS, and $1.9M from SAMHSA earmark.
- Expanded private partnerships with $600K+ from Green Thumb Industries and $300K multi-year Crown Family.
- Executed fundraising events that raised over $250K annually, including Chicago Marathon Charity Team.
- Developed donor research strategies to build a robust pipeline of individual and corporate donors.
- Launched Dream Team Collaborative with 20+ nonprofits to enhance resource sharing and joint initiatives.
Development Manager
A Safe Haven Foundation
Chicago, Illinois
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Increased private and public funding by 50% in two years; raised over $1 million from in-kind and individual donors.
- Transformed a nonfunctional CRM into a fully integrated donor and grants management system, migrating historical data, and improving tracking, reporting, and stewardship.
- Implemented the first social media strategy and corporate CSR programs, boosting engagement by 20%.
Executive Assistant to the President
A Safe Haven Foundation
Chicago, Illinois
05.2014 - 09.2022
- Managed scheduling and calendar for President's appointments and meetings.
- Coordinated efficient communication between President and board members.
- Prepared detailed reports and presentations for executive meetings.
- Maintained confidential files for sensitive organizational information.
Education
General Studies
City Colleges of Chicago
Skills
- Fundraising strategy and major gifts
- CRM implementation
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Reliability and adaptability
- Donor research and prospecting
- Grant management and corporate partnerships
- Event leadership and marketing communications
- Board engagement and volunteer stewardship
Certification
Digital Marketing Institute - Certified Digital Marketing Professional University of Illinois Chicago Certificate in Nonprofit Management | CFRE (In Progress)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Development & Communications
A SAFE HAVEN FOUNDATION
09.2023 - Current
Development Manager
A Safe Haven Foundation
11.2020 - 09.2022
Executive Assistant to the President
A Safe Haven Foundation
05.2014 - 09.2022
General Studies
City Colleges of Chicago