Experienced with cultivating and maintaining donor relationships. Utilizes strategic communication and personalized engagement to enhance donor loyalty. Track record of successful event planning and execution, ensuring donor satisfaction and retention.
Hi, I’m
Ebony Simpson
Newnan,GA
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Black Voters Matter
Donor Relations Manager
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Achieved over $40M in operational and programmatic funding through effective fundraising.
- Increased C4 recurring donor base by 20%, C3 by 37% last fiscal year.
- Enhanced donor engagement via strategic management of donor databases.
- Developed impactful communication materials for effective donor outreach initiatives.
- Researched and aligned potential donors with organizational goals and objectives.
- Facilitated trainings on donor relations best practices to improve understanding.
- Implemented innovative donor recognition strategies, fostering long-term supporter loyalty.
AfterSchool AllStars New Jersey
Development & Marketing Director
08.2018 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Secured $400K in Federal grant funding for student programming during COVID.
- Generated $5M in funding through grants, gifts, and sponsorship initiatives.
- Increased brand visibility by executing a comprehensive integrated marketing strategy.
- Collaborated with teams to optimize successful product launches and market entry.
- Managed marketing budgets to ensure effective resource allocation and utilization.
- Oversaw digital marketing efforts, significantly boosting website traffic and engagement.
New Jersey Community Development Corporation
Vice President of Development
01.2014 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Secured $2M for Community Charter School of Paterson operations through fundraising efforts.
- Achieved $20M in operational funding from sponsorships, grants, and major donors.
- Increased donor retention by fostering strategic partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive effective fundraising initiatives and campaigns.
- Obtained major gifts through targeted solicitation of individuals and corporations.
- Enhanced brand presence by refining messaging in collaboration with leadership.
Education
Kean University Union NJ
Bachelor of Arts from English
University Overview
- 3.5 GPA
Seton Hall UniversitySouth Orange, NJ
Master of Arts from Strategic Communications
University Overview
- Member, Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society
- 4.0 GPA
- Thesis: The Multigenerational Workplace and Communication Conflicts within.
Skills
- Nonprofit experience
- Donor recognition
- Donor retention
- Major gifts solicitation
- Stewardship planning
- Prospect research
Corporate sponsorships
- Proposal development
- Fundraising expertise
- Data management
- CRM integration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
Affiliations
Member of AFP (Association for Fundraising Professionals)
Member/2nd VP/Service Chair of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated
Timeline
Donor Relations Manager
Black Voters Matter
09.2022 - Current
Development & Marketing Director
AfterSchool AllStars New Jersey
08.2018 - 08.2022
Vice President of Development
New Jersey Community Development Corporation
01.2014 - 07.2018
Kean University
Bachelor of Arts from English
Seton Hall University
Master of Arts from Strategic Communications