MS Office 365, Adobe Photoshop, Raiser's Edge, CRM software
Gary Carter
Seasoned Fundraising Professional
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Experienced fundraising professional with a proven track record of 15 years in all aspects of fundraising, including events, major gifts, planned giving, grant writing, and annual fund campaigns. Proficient in utilizing donor databases, particularly Raiser's Edge, to efficiently manage and cultivate relationships with donors. Skilled in developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies that have led to substantial revenue growth for organizations. Committed to driving success through strategic planning, relationship-building, and effective communication.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
In Home Caregiver
Family
01.2008 - 02.2024
- Provided 24 hour care to mother suffering from Alzheimer's and other conditions
Director of Development
Covenant house California
06.2006 - 01.2008
- Oversaw a 850 seat gala which raised $580,000 at a cost of $320,000;
- Supervised Event Coordinator, Assistant Director of Development, 2 Data Entry Specialists, and an Annual jj
Director of Development
Orange County Human Relations
04.2005 - 06.2006
- Raised over $275,000 at a 400 seat gala while keeping costs lower than $125,000;
- Worked on marketing materials in conjunction with the Director of Communications;
- Successfully solicited major gifts;
- Supervised the implementation of Raiser's Edge;
- Set procedures for entry of data into Raiser's Edge
Director of Development
Orange County Gay & Lesbian Center
06.1999 - 01.2005
- Directed a 250 seat gala which raised more than $300,000
- Worked to identify major donors
- Successfully solicited major gifts;
- Directed all grant writing and reports;
- Maintained and oversaw entry of data into donor database;
Assistant Director of Development
University of West Los Angeles
06.1994 - 05.1998
- Produced Marketing Materials and Event Programs;
- Assured accurate entry of pledges into Sage database;
- Produced two successful events in conjunction with the Board of Directors;
- Was promoted into position of Assistant Director of Development;
Donor Services Supervisor
The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles
05.1991 - 06.1994
- Resolved donor complaints;
- Provided support to management in the gathering of information of major gift prospects;
- Supervised 2 donor services representatives;
- Performed Complicated Mail Merges
Education
Bachelor's degree - Political Science
UCLA
09.1982 - 05.1988
Skills
Strategic Planning
CRM Software
Team Management
Program Management
Process Improvement
Writing Skills
Marketing
Grant Writing
Databases
Microsoft Word
Presentation Skills
Fundraising
Research
Event Planning
Proposal writing
Donor Services
Events Management
Public Relations
Sage
Telemarketing
Certification
QIDP Certification, Present
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Software
CFRE - Certified Fundraising Executive
Denotes a high level of knowledge and a commitment to the Code of Ethics of the Association of Fundraising Professionals
Timeline
In Home Caregiver
Family
01.2008 - 02.2024
Director of Development
Covenant house California
06.2006 - 01.2008
Director of Development
Orange County Human Relations
04.2005 - 06.2006
Director of Development
Orange County Gay & Lesbian Center
06.1999 - 01.2005
Assistant Director of Development
University of West Los Angeles
06.1994 - 05.1998
Donor Services Supervisor
The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles
05.1991 - 06.1994
Bachelor's degree - Political Science
UCLA
09.1982 - 05.1988