Kay Rook
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
I am a dedicated professional with a strong history of managing a team of high-performing fundraisers and achieved our financial goal year after year. I am goal-oriented and understand how to drive growth through donor relationships. I believe that a positive attitude creates a successful work environment and helps to meet and exceed company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
National Director of Corporations & Foundations
Prison Fellowship Ministries
01.2023 - Current
- Develop comprehensive strategies to identify, engage, and solicit support from corporate entities and foundations aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
- Cultivate and steward relationships through regular communications, engagement, and appreciation for their support.
- Lead the development of compelling proposals and grant applications tailored to corporate and foundation donors.
- Strengthened relationships with internal teams, facilitating collaboration and fostering a productive work environment.
- Developed comprehensive budget plans, ensuring accurate financial forecasting and responsible resource allocation.
- Oversee the grant management process, tracking deadlines, reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with donor guidelines.
- Serve as spokesperson for the organization with corporate partners, foundations, effectively communicating the organizations mission, impact, and funding needs.
- Developed new business opportunities by identifying market trends, cultivating partnerships, and generating leads.
National Director of Development
Prison Fellowship Ministries
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed a team of 9 Development Directors, Grant Writer and Event Manager that generated over $15M per year in revenue.
- Responsible for forecasting and creating budgets for development team.
- Oversaw talent acquisition efforts contributing to the growth of a highly skilled workforce.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Director of Development
Prison Fellowship Ministries
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Increased fundraising revenue by implementing innovative donor engagement strategies and targeted campaigns.
- Managed territory of 8 states and generated $3.8M in revenue.
- Enhanced donor relationships with personalized communication plans and regular updates on project progress.
- Expanded the 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.
- Optimized the use of CRM systems for accurate tracking of donor information, gift processing, and relationship management.
- Collaborated with marketing and communications teams to create compelling fundraising materials that resonated with diverse audiences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.1986
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Corporate Communications
- Partnership Development
- Sales Management
- Organizational Skills
- Strong understanding of philanthropy
- Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
Timeline
National Director of Corporations & Foundations
Prison Fellowship Ministries
01.2023 - Current
National Director of Development
Prison Fellowship Ministries
01.2020 - 01.2023
Director of Development
Prison Fellowship Ministries
05.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Virginia Commonwealth University
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