Jason Robison
Ave Maria,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic and highly motivated development professional with nearly 15 years of experience in Annual Giving, Major Giving, Grant Management, Planned Giving and Capital Campaigns. High level of competence in best practices and fund raising methods, while also demonstrating meaningful Interpersonal skills and reliable communications necessary for building donor relations, Has grown a large network of colleagues, volunteers, donors and corporate partners. Ambitious and highly motivated to work with a successful and future focused non-profit, alumni relations, advancement, sales or consulting team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Relations Manager
RCMA
Immokalee, FL
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Managed and maintained a growing Prospect Portfolio of 100 or more corporate partners
- Cultivated partnerships with corporate stakeholders to enhance funding opportunities and program support
- Developed strategic communication plans to promote organizational initiatives and foster engagement with partners
- Negotiated sponsorship agreements with corporate partners, aligning mutual goals for successful collaborations
- Generated weekly qualitative and quantitative reports
- Secured over $100,000 in Golf Sponsorships for two consecutive years
- Planned, proposed and secured first newsletter sponsorship for agency
- Successfully requested and coordinated first ever Professional Soccer Clinic for the agency
- Responsible for new Corporate Relations with NCH, Lee Health, Maxwell Mortgage, Sunshine Ace Hardware, Boston Red Sox and The Floor Meister’s
- Provided agency support and secured funding/resources in excess of $100,000 during Covid-19 and Hurricane Ian recovery
Development Manager
RCMA
Immokalee, FL
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed 75 or more individual prospects through the entire fundraising cycle
- Contributed to agency Capital Campaign by securing 1.5 million dollars
- Discovered 8 or more Planned Giving opportunities and verbal commitments
- Coordinated and conducted approximately 50 Campus visits and tours each year
- Successfully scheduled and executed around 25 face to face meetings each year with potential prospects
- Responsible for securing $500,000 or more private funding for the agency and approximately $100,000 through “Gifts In Kind” (i.e. food, clothing, home goods, sports instruction and game tickets, toys, etc.).
Grants Management Specialist
RCMA
Immokalee, FL
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed over 65 private grant proposal submissions and requests each year while winning nearly 30
- Collaborated with program staff to align project goals with funding opportunities
- Reviewed financial reports to ensure accuracy and adherence to grant guidelines
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to enhance collaboration on grant project outcomes and success
- Supported program development by identifying new funding sources and cultivating relationships with potential funders
- Reviewed final drafts of proposals before submission to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to guidelines
- Ensured timely reporting and compliance with grant requirements, maintaining positive relationships with funders
- Managed the entire grant application process, resulting in a higher success rate and more funds secured
- Coordinated post-award activities such as contract negotiation, implementation planning, and progress monitoring for successful project execution
- Won over $750,000 in private grants including a $150,000 three year capital improvement grant award from The Mosaic Company, a $50,000 “Community Hero” grant from the Tampa Bay Lightning, and a $20,000 “Jackie Robinson” grant from the Tampa Bay Rays
- Provided agency support and secured funding and critical resources in excess of $100,000 during Covid-19 and Hurricane Ian recovery
Gift Planning Officer
Washington and Jefferson College
Washington, PA
11.2012 - 08.2020
- Manage a revolving prospect list of 250 donors through discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
- Responsible for securing 12 major gifts of $10,000 or more and 4 verbal or written planned gift commitments per year
- Lead Gift Officer during 2013-'18 campaign soliciting and securing $500,000 for athletic facility, coaches office, and lounge
- In December of 2018, assisted donor in making a one time $250,000 (Gift of Stock) to create a family named scholarship
- Plan and execute 144 face to face visits and 100 significant contacts annually resulting in a gift solicitation or volunteer role
- Recruit volunteers to serve as alumni committee members, guest speakers on campus, or solicitors
- Represent college as primary staff member at alumni events sharing updates, providing campus tours, and asking for support
- During the pandemic, worked with six donors to create three additional "Endowed Funds" in Athletics & Sports Medicine totaling $40,000
- Overall Planned Giving work included two $250,000 bequests, and one $100,000 Charitable Remainder Uni Trust (CRUT)
Acting Extra & Production Assistant
The Collective Casting Group
Pittsburgh , PA
11.2012 - 12.2012
- Worked as extra and assistant on movie production of film Foxcatcher
- Performed wrestling and training techniques appropriate at world class level
- Assisted with stage set up, athlete placement, and crowd control
Commercial Sales Representative
Advantage Sport & Fitness
Ithaca , NY
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Managed 550 accounts including schools, universities/colleges, and professional organizations
- Developed proficiency with AutoCad, ACT Database and Sales software
- Provided fitness consultation and solutions for clients
- Attended national sales conferences and workshops
Intercollegiate Wrestling Coach & Facility Manager
Washington and Jefferson College
Washington, PA
09.2005 - 02.2011
- Recruited & retained approximately 25-30 student athletes annually
- Created monthly newsletters and communication materials for alumni, parents, and friends of the program
- Fundraise an additional $20,000/year to help supplement operating budget of $11,000
- Planned and hosted major events including open tournaments, dual matches, alumni events, and community projects
- Responsible for overseeing campus "Wellness Center", supervising 20 work study students, purchasing $30,000 annually in fitness equipment, and coordinating facility repairs & maintenance
- Served on NCAA Wrestling Committee
Education
Master of Education - Higher Education Administration
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PABachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Teaching
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PASkills
- Donor Centered Fund Development
- Strategic Planner of Meaningful Donor Cultivation and Stewardship
- Adaptable to Changing Environments
- Articulate and Experienced Grant Writer
- Confident and Seasoned Major Gift Officer
- Community Service and Volunteer Focused Citizen
- Former World Class Athlete
Memberships
AFP - Association of Fundraising Professionals
PPGC - Pittsburgh Planned Giving Council
CASE - Council for Advancement & Support of Education
NCAA Wrestling Official
Volunteerism
The Kiwanis Club of Washington County
Habitat for Humanity
Produce for People
Community Outreach Program - Trinity & Washington School Districts
Special Olympics
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Corporate Relations Manager
RCMA
05.2025 - 05.2026
Development Manager
RCMA
05.2023 - 05.2025
Grants Management Specialist
RCMA
05.2021 - 05.2023
Gift Planning Officer
Washington and Jefferson College
11.2012 - 08.2020
Acting Extra & Production Assistant
The Collective Casting Group
11.2012 - 12.2012
Commercial Sales Representative
Advantage Sport & Fitness
03.2011 - 03.2012
Intercollegiate Wrestling Coach & Facility Manager
Washington and Jefferson College
09.2005 - 02.2011
Master of Education - Higher Education Administration
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Teaching
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania