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Diana Russell

Diana Russell

Celina,OH

Summary

Experienced Director of Fund Development with a proven track record in meeting organization campaigns, fundraising events, and appeal goals through consistent and organized practices. Dedicated professional excelling in working with potential donors and effectively communicating opportunities to support the organization's mission.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Fund Development

Maria Stein Shrine
12.2014 - Current
  • Responsible for and enjoy building relationships with individuals, groups, and companies to promote giving opportunities.
  • Captured individuals' Shrine stories to create compelling stories for direct mail appeals.
  • Nurturing volunteers to use their gifts to help in various areas of the Shrine, and help with fundraising events.
  • Organized multi-million Legacy Fund Campaign and 1.25 million Maintenance Fund Campaign.

Director

Cancer Association of Mercer County
01.2009 - 11.2014
  • Organized and carried out fundraising events
  • Created and managed website and marketing collateral
  • Assisted those battling cancer with their financial needs

Education

Certificate - Fundraising School

IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Indianapolis, IN
2015

Associates Degree - Commercial Art

University of Kentucky / JCC
Louisville, KY

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

Skills

    Fundraising Events

    Fund Development

    Verbal and written communication

    Creativity and Innovation

    Strategies and goals

    Project Coordination

    Budget Management

    Negotiation

    Financial Reporting

    Charismatic Leader

Affiliations

  • Our Lady of Guadalupe Parishioner and CCD Teacher
  • I am passionate about faith, family, art, and outdoors

Timeline

Director of Fund Development

Maria Stein Shrine
12.2014 - Current

Director

Cancer Association of Mercer County
01.2009 - 11.2014

Certificate - Fundraising School

IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

Associates Degree - Commercial Art

University of Kentucky / JCC

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

University of Louisville
Diana Russell