Lily Herwald
Fund Development
Medford,Oregon
Summary
Professional fundraiser with experience in securing significant donations. Skilled in donor relations, strategic planning, and persuasive communication. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable with talent for building meaningful partnerships.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Development & Communications
Southern Oregon Friends of Hospice
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Directed team efforts to deliver high-impact development initiatives, exceeding annual targets.
- Oversaw preparation of high-quality proposals, reports, and donor communications.
- Created comprehensive development plans to drive long-term sustainability.
- Improved donor retention through personalized engagement strategies.
- Spearheaded successful capital campaigns to secure funding for organizational growth.
Lead Contract Evaluator
Sitka Sound Science Center
01.2019 - 09.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure quality and consistency.
Owner
TrestlePacific LLC
01.2010 - 09.2024
- Guided nonprofits through leadership transitions, providing strategic planning and development expertise
- Secured significant funding by crafting compelling proposals and engaging stakeholders
- Delivered training on governance, fundraising, and donor engagement best practices
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Disaster Food Relief Specialist
Rogue Food Unites
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivery of disaster relief meals, prepared by local restaurants or through weekly provision boxes, to survivors of the Almeda Fire in Southern Oregon
- Provided in-depth analysis to identify and rectify system inefficiencies.
- Improved workflow efficiency by optimizing system operations.
Proposal Writer and Health Program Planner
Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Secured over $29 million in funding, achieving a 75% success rate for submitted proposals
- Developed grant applications addressing behavioral health, primary care, and community wellness
- Fostered partnerships with tribal communities to align programs with cultural and community needs
State Commissioner
State of Alaska Public Broadcasting
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Provided policy recommendations to support and sustain public broadcasting across Alaska
- Advocated for funding and programming that addressed diverse community needs
General Manager
Raven Radio Foundation, Inc. KCAW-FM
01.1996 - 06.2004
- Managed all aspects of station operations, including fundraising, programming, and staff supervision
- Increased revenue through innovative membership campaigns and community engagement initiatives
- Secured state and federal funding to sustain operations and expand services to remote Alaskan communities
- Strengthened donor relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality communication and stewardship
- Directed disaster preparedness initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of critical information
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Skills
- Major gift solicitation
- Prospect research
- Donor stewardship
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Portfolio management - CRM Systems
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Director of Development & Communications
Southern Oregon Friends of Hospice
01.2022 - 03.2025
Disaster Food Relief Specialist
Rogue Food Unites
01.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Contract Evaluator
Sitka Sound Science Center
01.2019 - 09.2024
Owner
TrestlePacific LLC
01.2010 - 09.2024
Proposal Writer and Health Program Planner
Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
01.2004 - 01.2010
State Commissioner
State of Alaska Public Broadcasting
01.2004 - 01.2010
General Manager
Raven Radio Foundation, Inc. KCAW-FM
01.1996 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Communication
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
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