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Jean-Marie Donohue

Minerva,NY

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in fundraising and donor engagement at Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts. Proven track record in strategic planning and project management, successfully overseeing capital campaigns, grant compliance, and events. Adept at stakeholder engagement and community outreach, driving initiatives that enhance organizational sustainability and impact.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Development General Director

Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts
Blue Mountain Lake, NY
01.2022 - Current
  • Co-lead of a regional nonprofit, responsible for fundraising, donor engagement, capital campaign planning, and grant development.
  • Oversee NYSCA SCR regranting program across four counties; ensure compliance with state and requirements.
  • Oversee strategic planning, event planning, organizational compliance, budgeting, and staff supervision.
  • Engage volunteers, committees, board, and community partners to advance the mission and sustainability.
  • Oversee daily operations, facilities, and community events.

Co-Owner

Moxham Mountain Farm
Minerva, NY
01.2020 - Current
  • Built and managed a diversified farm supporting food sovereignty and local sustainability.
  • Developed and marketed products; coordinated operations including livestock, crops, and land stewardship.

Yoga Program Founder & Teacher

Minerva, NY
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Established an inclusive community wellness program, securing local government approval and community participation.
  • Designed programming, managed outreach and communications, and expanded offerings through partnerships.

NGO Representative

Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace
New York, NY
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: United Nations
  • Advocated for the right to clean safe water at UN forums.
  • Researched and co-authored a policy paper on climate finance for small member nations.
  • Engaged international partners on sustainability and human rights issues.
  • United Nations

Assistant Director / Senior Manager

Waterspirit
Rumson & Elberon, NJ
01.2005 - 01.2020
  • Directed fundraising, donor cultivation, and program development for an environmental justice nonprofit.
  • Chaired committees, led major fundraising events, streamlined reporting, and created donor engagement strategies.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to foster partnerships for environmental projects.
  • Created and coordinated community outreach programs to promote environmental sustainability initiatives.
  • Advanced advocacy campaigns focused on clean safe water and sustainability.

Municipal Clerk & Deputy Clerk

Borough of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury, NJ
01.1995 - 01.2000

Managed statutory duties, budgets, and compliance for a municipality with an $8.5 million budget.

  • Oversaw administration, public records, elections, and local governance processes.

Education

MA - Public Policy

Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ

BA - Communications

Villanova University
Villanova, PA

Skills

  • Fundraising and donor engagement
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Project management
  • Community outreach
  • Decision making
  • Effective communication
  • Project coordination
  • Grant writing and compliance
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership
  • Budgeting and financial oversight
  • Event planning and oversight
  • Advocacy and public speaking
  • Research and writing
  • Presentation delivery

Affiliations

  • tennis
  • yoga
  • gardening

Timeline

Development General Director

Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts
01.2022 - Current

Yoga Program Founder & Teacher

01.2021 - 01.2023

Co-Owner

Moxham Mountain Farm
01.2020 - Current

NGO Representative

Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace
01.2019 - 01.2020

Assistant Director / Senior Manager

Waterspirit
01.2005 - 01.2020

Municipal Clerk & Deputy Clerk

Borough of Shrewsbury
01.1995 - 01.2000

MA - Public Policy

Monmouth University

BA - Communications

Villanova University