Kelly Delaney
Hermosa Beach,California
Summary
Experienced Campaign Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Communication, Fundraising, Management, Relationship Building and Networking. Strong fundraising professional with a Undergraduate focused in Communication and Media Studies from University of San Diego.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Campaign Development Manager
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society California Southland
08.2021 - Current
- Led high school students in Greater Los Angeles to raise over $5 million for blood cancer research.
- Secured substantial donations from large companies and optimized team efficiency by assessing and assigning tasks based on members' skill sets and network.
- Fundraised over $50,000 as a staff member, utilizing incentive funds to motivate candidate teams.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Recruited, interviewed and implemented all three markets in Greater Los Angeles to secure top fundraising candidate teams.
Swim Coach
Altadena Town & Country Club
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Led the team to three consecutive Crest League championships, competing against six country clubs at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center.
- Oversaw training for swimmers aged 3 to 17, focusing on skill development for team-level competition.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
Education
Undergraduate - Communication And Media Studies
University of San Diego
05.2021
High School Diploma -
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
05.2017
Skills
- Performance Analysis
- Communication
- Campaign Management
- Budget Management
- Fundraising strategies
- Analytical Skills
- Executive Coaching
- Strategic Thinking
- Community Engagement
- Team Recruiting and Hiring
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
- Girl of the Year, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (2009)
- Runner-Up, First Annual Student of the Year, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (2017)
- Team Member, Visionaries of the Year, 10K+ Club
- Top Fundraiser, Light the Night Executive Challenge (2022)
- Inspirational Growth Award, Student Visionaries of the Year (2023)
- Elevate & Celebrate Award, Student Visionaries of the Year (2023)
- Speaker at high school assemblies (2021, 2023)
- Presenter on the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society National DROP Live call
- Manager of Student Visionaries of the Year National Winner (2024)
Websites
- https://www.cityofhope.org/children-with-cancer-growing-up-giving-back
- https://beverlypress.com/2022/03/extending-a-lifeline-for-children-with-leukemia/
- https://www.pasadenanow.com/pasadenaschools/san-marino-high-school-wellness-centers-everyday-heroes-
- https://www.crescentavalleyweekly.com/local-youth/04/04/2017/local-students-commit-curing-cancer/
- https://smdp.com/2009/03/27/local-man-raises-money-for-leukemia-patients/
- https://thecatseye.org/2644/news/rchs-student-nominated-to-be-the-llss-student-visionary-of-the-year
Timeline
Campaign Development Manager
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society California Southland
08.2021 - Current
Swim Coach
Altadena Town & Country Club
05.2016 - 08.2018
Undergraduate - Communication And Media Studies
University of San Diego
High School Diploma -
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
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