Kim Cunningham
Riverside,CA
Summary
Accomplished Senior Director of Development at California Baptist University, adept in donor relations and fundraising strategies. Elevated funding through strategic planning and relationship building, consistently surpassing goals. Mentored teams towards excellence, enhancing donor retention and securing major partnerships. Expertise in critical thinking and team leadership, significantly boosting organizational growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director of Development
California Baptist University
01.2021 - Current
- Lead team of development professionals responsible for raising millions of dollars annually from diverse sources including individual donations, companies and special events.
- Raise money for the College of Nursing and the School of Performing Arts.
- Enhanced fundraising efforts by implementing strategic development plans and cultivating donor relationships.
- Managed portfolio of major donors, leading to consistent financial support and long-term partnerships.
- Helped to implement comprehensive stewardship program, enhancing donor retention rates and deepening relationships.
- Mentored staff members to build their skills and advance within the organization, contributing to employee satisfaction and retention.
Director of Development
California Baptist University
06.2014 - 01.2021
- Raised money for scholarships, programs and equipment for the College of Nursing, the College of Health Science and the School of Music
- Helped to implement the Parent Leadership Circle.
- Met or exceeded goals every year.
- Enhanced donor relationships with personalized communication plans and regular updates on project progress.
Manager of Donor Relations
California Baptist University
03.2010 - 06.2014
- Facilitated training sessions for development staff on best practices in relationship building techniques with individual donors or corporate partners.
- Collaborated with development team members to create compelling grant proposals, securing vital funding for organizational programs.
- Coordinated all donor funded scholarships and the awarding of these scholarships to hundreds of students.
- Responsible for thank you notes from the president as well as the vice president to donors.
Administrative Assistant
California Baptist Univeristy
05.2008 - 03.2010
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Coordinated logistics for special events hosted by the Vice President''s office, ensuring successful execution from planning to completion.
- Managed travel arrangements for the Vice President, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries to ensure seamless trips.
- Enhanced departmental communication by scheduling and organizing meetings, presentations, and other events for the Vice President.
- Organized complex calendars for the Vice President to ensure optimal time management and productivity.
Secretary
California Baptist University
01.2003 - 05.2008
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for the director of development.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA07.2011
Skills
- Donor Relations
- Fundraising strategies
- Research and analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Goal Setting
- Fundraising
Timeline
Senior Director of Development
California Baptist University
01.2021 - Current
Director of Development
California Baptist University
06.2014 - 01.2021
Manager of Donor Relations
California Baptist University
03.2010 - 06.2014
Administrative Assistant
California Baptist Univeristy
05.2008 - 03.2010
Secretary
California Baptist University
01.2003 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Azusa Pacific University
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