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Katie Sanchez

Socorro,NM

Summary


Versatile Nonprofit Fundraising and Operations professional with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management and fundraising activities. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in designing innovative avenues to secure funding and support operations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Manager

National Down Syndrome Congress
07.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw recruitment process, hiring top talent that contributed significantly to company growth and success.
  • Assisted in development of strategic plans to achieve company objectives while maintaining focus on excellent customer service delivery.
  • Nurtured positive work environment by addressing employee concerns promptly and fairly, fostering open communication channels between staff members at all levels of organization.
  • Streamlined communication processes within organization, enhancing overall efficiency across departments by eliminating unnecessary delays or miscommunications among team members.
  • Fostered strong relationships with external vendors/partners in order to negotiate favorable contract terms that benefited both parties.
  • Coordinated donor, vendor, and stakeholder relations for smooth communication flows.
  • Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
  • Improved office efficiency by implementing streamlined administrative processes and procedures
  • Reduced operational costs through effective management of staff schedules, resources, and vendor relationships
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and regular performance feedback
  • Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities
  • Facilitated successful cross-departmental collaborations, fostering positive working relationships between team members

Fundraising Consultant

Your Mission Possible, Inc.
05.2020 - 12.2023
  • Increased fundraising revenue by developing and implementing strategic plans for donor cultivation and solicitation.
  • Analyzed fundraising data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
  • Proposed fundraising opportunities to potential donors to increase sources of funding.
  • Managed budgets for events and campaigns, keeping financial goals on track.
  • Enhanced donor relationships through regular communication, personalized outreach, and prompt acknowledgment of gifts.
  • Conducted comprehensive prospect research to identify potential major gift donors and develop targeted solicitation strategies.
  • Organized successful fundraising events, collaborating with vendors and volunteers for optimal execution and guest experience.
  • Developed compelling grant proposals that secured funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
  • Managed portfolio of high-level donors, cultivating long-term relationships and securing significant contributions to organization.
  • Streamlined donation processes by implementing efficient systems for gift processing and acknowledgement letters.
  • Provided ongoing stewardship to existing donors, ensuring their continued engagement with organization''s mission and initiatives.
  • Trained board members on fundraising best practices, empowering them to become effective advocates for organization''s financial needs.
  • Improved annual giving rates by designing targeted campaigns that appealed to various donor segments.
  • Evaluated fundraising performance using data-driven analysis to inform future strategies and tactics.
  • Spearheaded capital campaign efforts that led to successful completion of important facility improvements or expansions projects.

Development Associate

Disability Rights Legal Center
05.2020 - 11.2023
  • Raised funds for crucial projects by identifying and cultivating relationships with prospective donors.
  • Enhanced donor engagement through strategic communication, personalized outreach, and timely updates on project progress.
  • Conducted thorough research to identify new potential funding sources and partnerships.
  • Promoted development initiatives via social media platforms, increasing public awareness and support for organization's mission.
  • Organized large fundraising events, ensuring successful outcomes by managing logistics and coordinating volunteer efforts.
  • Managed donor database efficiently, maintaining accurate records and generating insightful reports for decision-making purposes.
  • Supported major gift campaigns by creating tailored presentations and materials showcasing impact of donations on organization''s work.
  • Improved development team efficiency by implementing project management tools and best practices in daily operations.
  • Assisted in budget planning, monitoring expenses to ensure financial goals were met while maximizing resources allocation.
  • Developed targeted marketing materials that effectively communicated organization's mission to various audiences interested in supporting its initiatives.
  • Maintained organization's social media accounts and websites, adding new, case related content on consistent basis.

Director of Development, Annual Giving

Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Managed annual $3M employee giving campaign and served as Gift Officer for all Corporate donations and event sponsorships, including annual Laughter is the Best Medicine gala and Daffodil Days
  • Managed fundraising events staff.
  • Increased fundraising revenue by implementing innovative donor engagement strategies and targeted campaigns.
  • Enhanced donor relationships with personalized communication plans and regular updates on project progress.
  • Expanded organization's network of supporters through targeted outreach, events, and partnership development.
  • Managed budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting to ensure responsible allocation of resources toward mission-critical initiatives.
  • Secured major gifts from high-net-worth individuals through cultivation efforts, tailored proposals, and stewardship activities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align programmatic objectives with funding priorities for maximum impact.
  • Mentored junior staff members in best practices for donor relations, proposal writing, and grants management.
  • Successfully planned and executed special events that raised awareness about organization's mission while generating new sources of support.
  • Collaborated with marketing and communications teams to create compelling fundraising materials that resonated with diverse audiences.

Executive Vice President

Your Mission Possible
05.2017 - 08.2019
  • Manage client relations, maintain client donor database records and reporting (Salesforce, DonorPerfect, Keela, Kindful), process gift data entry, send donor mailings (including gift acknowledgments, renewal reminders, sponsor updates, maintain and update client WordPress websites, schedule social media, and provide donor and prospect research.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and implementing process changes.
  • Championed data-driven decision-making processes across all levels of organization, promoting culture of continuous improvement.
  • Negotiated favorable terms on contracts with suppliers and customers alike, resulting in significant cost savings for organization over time.
  • Promoted culture of accountability through regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback, and rewards for exceptional contributions towards company goals.

Data and Research Manager

Naropa University
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Manage and maintain donor database (Salesforce), manage email campaigns through MailChimp and Constant Contact, process all incoming gifts and pledges, perform monthly reconciliation with finance department, perform prospect research, and interact with academic departments regarding fundraising.
  • Developed project management tools for tracking progress, facilitating communication among team members, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.

Donor Development Coordinator

Disability Rights Legal Center
08.2016 - 12.2016
  • Managed and maintained donor database (Kindful), managed all emails through MailChimp, processed all incoming gifts and pledges, managed gift acknowledgment process, wrote appeals for annual giving program, engaged volunteers, and kept up to date social media content scheduled.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Developed comprehensive reports for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.

Gifts and Records Coordinator

Colorado School of Mines Foundation
04.2015 - 08.2016
  • Managed accurate student, parent, and donor records in Advance Web, processed individual and corporate pledges and donations, generated acknowledgment letters and tax receipts for donations, maintained, organized, and regulated physical donor files, collaborated with development and prospect managers to allocate and process funds correctly, and interacted with school, prospect managers, and donors to create specific funds.
  • Improved accuracy in record-keeping by conducting regular audits and updating outdated information.
  • Generated reports from database systems to track records.

Membership Coordinator

Friends of Nevada Wilderness
05.2013 - 03.2015
  • Managed membership program for statewide conservation organization, through management of member/supporter database, solicitation of new and returning memberships, processing of gift acknowledgments, response to membership and organizational inquiries, provide membership trending and tracking reports, support donor cultivation and fundraising events, and manage digital fundraising
  • Wrote newsletter, social media and website content
  • Wrote and provided budget documentation and financial worksheets for federal cost-share agreements with BLM and USFS for partnership work done across state.
  • Boosted membership retention by implementing effective communication strategies and providing personalized member support.
  • Enhanced event attendance through meticulous planning and promotion of engaging activities for members.
  • Strengthened relationships with existing members by conducting regular check-ins and addressing their concerns efficiently.
  • Analyzed membership data trends to identify areas for improvement and implemented targeted strategies to address them.

Stewardship and Outreach Coordinator

Friends of Nevada Wilderness
01.2011 - 05.2013
  • Managed Southern Nevada Office of Friends of Nevada Wilderness; developed programming and conducted wilderness education programs in Clark County public schools and at stewardship events
  • Coordinated and oversaw interns working with Southern Nevada Agency Partnership Interagency Wilderness Team to conduct wilderness character monitoring and resource protection/restoration projects; assisted with coordination and implementation of volunteer stewardship projects and events; recruited new members and volunteers and maintained relationships with existing members, volunteers and donors
  • Sought and maintained corporate and local business sponsorships, wrote grants for future funding, provided monthly accomplishment reports and invoicing to federal land management agencies for cost-share agreements, provided community outreach opportunities, wrote LTEs and Op-Eds for placement, crafted online petitions, collected signatures, and worked with coalition partners, stakeholders, and decision-makers.
  • Increased community engagement by organizing outreach events and coordinating with local organizations.
  • Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening organization's presence in community.
  • Enhanced program visibility by creating targeted marketing materials and utilizing social media platforms.
  • Secured funding for outreach programs through grant writing, donor cultivation, and fundraising events.

Education

Certificate: Nonprofit Management - Nonprofit Management

Molloy University
Rockville Centre, NY
2016

B.S. in Environmental Science - Environmental Science, Geology

Vermont State University
Lyndonville, VT
2008

Skills

  • Budget Management
  • Campaign Development
  • Community Outreach
  • Contract Management
  • Database Management
  • Donor Development
  • Fundraising Campaigns
  • Grant Management
  • Nonprofit Marketing
  • Partnership Development

Volunteer Service

  • District Fire Chief, San Antonio Fire District, Socorro County Fire Department 2024-present
  • Volunteer Firefighter, San Antonio Fire District, Socorro County Fire Department 2019-present
  • San Antonio Park Committee 2020-present
  • Board Member, Treasurer, The Gynecological Cancer Awareness Project 2021-2022
  • Colorado State Advocate for Leave No Trace 2015-2016
  • Nevada State Advocate for Leave No trace 2013-2015
  • Disaster Assistance Team member, Southern Nevada Chapter, American Red Cross 2011-2013
  • AmeriCorps Volunteer, After School Program Educator, Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium 2009-2010

Timeline

Administrative Manager

National Down Syndrome Congress
07.2022 - Current

Development Associate

Disability Rights Legal Center
05.2020 - 11.2023

Fundraising Consultant

Your Mission Possible, Inc.
05.2020 - 12.2023

Director of Development, Annual Giving

Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation
08.2019 - 05.2020

Executive Vice President

Your Mission Possible
05.2017 - 08.2019

Data and Research Manager

Naropa University
01.2017 - 09.2017

Donor Development Coordinator

Disability Rights Legal Center
08.2016 - 12.2016

Gifts and Records Coordinator

Colorado School of Mines Foundation
04.2015 - 08.2016

Membership Coordinator

Friends of Nevada Wilderness
05.2013 - 03.2015

Stewardship and Outreach Coordinator

Friends of Nevada Wilderness
01.2011 - 05.2013

Certificate: Nonprofit Management - Nonprofit Management

Molloy University

B.S. in Environmental Science - Environmental Science, Geology

Vermont State University

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