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Aubrey Calhoun

North Tonawanda,NY

Summary


Experienced and proven development leader with strong focus on strategic planning, grant writing, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement. Known for fostering collaborative teams and driving successful initiatives. Adaptable to changing needs and committed to achieving impactful results. Skilled in relationship management, how to create unique strategies to meet specific funding needs, and project execution.



Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

Buffalo City Mission
05.2021 - Current
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
  • Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
  • Built relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
  • Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
  • Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and influence.
  • Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
  • Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
  • Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.


Associate Executive Director

Buffalo City Mission
04.2015 - 05.2021
  • Managed the organizations annual funding campaigns, budgets and financial reporting, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility.
  • Completed capital campaign initiative and raised over $15 million to complete new 75,000 square ft. facility to better serve the poor and homeless.
  • Responsible for overseeing major donor fundraising initiatives.
  • Identify, qualify. and cultivate high-net-worth individual donors, foundations, and corporations.
  • Manage donor portfolios and ensure timely and appropriate donor stewardship activities.
  • Lead and mentor a team of fundraising professionals, including development officers, grant writers, and donor relations staff.
  • Develop and execute strategies for securing significant major gifts from individual donors, foundations and corporations.
  • Prepare compelling proposals and presentations to present to prospective major donors.
  • Manage grant reporting processes to maintain positive relationships with grant makers.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of major donor fundraising events, galas, and capital campaign and donor appreciation gatherings.
  • Oversee proficiency in CRM systems and data to track fundraising progress and identify key donor insights.
  • Analyze fundraising data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
  • Set ambitious fundraising targets and manage budgets for various development initiatives.
  • Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.


Director of Development

Buffalo City Mission
05.2006 - 04.2015


  • Executed special events that enhanced awareness and support for the organization.
  • Maintained strong connections with donors through detailed reports on successful outcomes.
  • Streamlined gift processing and relationship management through optimized CRM use.
  • Advocated for organization's mission at public events, engaging stakeholders and inspiring community involvement.
  • Developed acknowledgment programs to boost donor retention.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates and involving them in strategic decision-making.
  • Initiated volunteer recruitment campaign that doubled volunteer participation in fundraising events and activities.
  • Expanded donor base and increased community awareness through targeted outreach campaigns and partnerships with local businesses.
  • Promoted program to funders through direct appeals and special publications or online appeals.
  • Established goals and procedures for solicitation, funds management, and disbursement.
  • Developed fundraising activity plans to maximize participation or contributions and minimize costs.
  • Successfully planned and executed special events that raised awareness about the organization''s mission while generating new sources of support.
  • Strengthened relationships with existing donors through timely acknowledgment letters, reports on funded projects, and invitations to participate in exclusive events.
  • Leveraged social media platforms for effective storytelling that showcased organizational achievements.
  • Supervised team duties related to decision support and business intelligence for business users.

Education

Bryant And Stratton College
Getzville, NY

Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Staff management
  • Relationship building
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Leadership development
  • Stakeholder relationships
  • Fundraising expertise
  • Innovative and visionary
  • Effective communicator and public speaker
  • Results orientation

Timeline

Executive Director

Buffalo City Mission
05.2021 - Current

Associate Executive Director

Buffalo City Mission
04.2015 - 05.2021

Director of Development

Buffalo City Mission
05.2006 - 04.2015

Bryant And Stratton College

Cedarville University

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