Debbie Sparks

Plan and execute fundraising luncheon events, managing sponsorships, invitations, and logistics to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Assist with the all aspects of planning and execution of various community open houses and celebrations enhancing HPC's presence and stakeholder relationships.

Manage the execution of staff appreciation events working with the vendor, scheduling staff timeslots, manage the ordering and distribution of staff holiday gifts and annual t-shirt in partnership with the VP of Marketing and Outreach.

Maintain grants calendar to streamline reporting processes for organizational efficiency.

Lead United Way Employee Giving Campaign, executing fundraising activities and serving as the key liaison with United Way.

Bolster internal communications with engaging monthly newsletters boosting employee morale and information dissemination. And manage the production and distribution of digital communications, emails, website and social media posts in collaboration with team, including topic identification and ghost writing for monthly blog articles.

Represent HPC at community outreach events, community groups/clubs and at community meetings fostering partnerships and enhancing visibility and impact.

Cultivated corporate sponsorships and individual donors, implementing Benevon Model for Sustainable Funding. Coordinated volunteers for events, fostering community engagement and support.

Managed eTapestry donor database ensuring accurate gift recording and reporting. Processed donations, maintained donor lists and reconciled monthly with Finance Manager.

Assisted with development and execution of new fundraising strategies, significantly boosting clinic revenue. Played a key role in launching Snowflake Streak, which saw substantial growth over three years.

In collaboration with a fundraising committee, assisted Development and Executive Directors with management of a capital campaign raising $500,000, Provided administrative support and recording keeping for pledges and ongoing funding.

Provided administrative support to Development and Executive Directors. Served as Board of Directors recording secretary, compiling and distributing board packets.