MADALYN SNYDER
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Highly reliable and collaborative leader with decades of non-profit fundraising expertise. Self-motivated development professional well-versed in individual, corporate and foundation fundraising techniques. Excellent track record of managing donor relationships and identifying new partnerships to increase fundraising support.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Development
Benefits in Action
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Act as a liaison to the community, to improve/enhance services including planning, fundraising and promoting the organization.
- Increased awarded grants by identifying new funding opportunities and cultivating relationships with potential funders.
- Interacted with internal partners and obtained detailed information about organization's mission and goals to form solid foundation for grant applications.
- Raised significant funds by developing and executing effective fundraising campaigns.
- Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
- Managed grant reporting process, ensuring timely submissions that complied with funder requirements.
Fundraising Consultant
Self Employed
01.2007 - 01.2023
- Oversaw efficiencies in exploring fundraising opportunities and enhancing the development of strategies and action plans.
- Developed compelling grant proposals that secured funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
- Collaborated with program staff to create impactful stories showcasing the organization''s work for use in donor communications.
- Evaluated fundraising performance using data-driven analysis to inform future strategies and tactics.
- Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
Foreign Service Officer
US Department of State
01.2004 - 04.2006
- Provided expert advice on local customs and cultural sensitivities, ensuring respectful diplomatic engagement with foreign counterparts.
- Ran security checks on visa applicants to uncover criminal records.
- Collaborated with intelligence community partners to assess and mitigate potential security threats to U.S. personnel and facilities abroad.
- Built productive partnerships with host government officials and other diplomats to advance shared goals and mutual interests.
- Made decisions on visa applications of visitors, students and temporary workers.
- Maintained secure communications systems within the embassy, safeguarding sensitive information from potential threats.
Resource Development Supervisor
City Of Lakewood
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Supervised two (2) Resource Development Specialists in grant writing, prospect research, corporate solicitation, and direct mail solicitation.
- Strengthened community partnerships by collaborating with local businesses, organizations, and individuals to support mutual goals.
- Developed comprehensive grant proposals that resulted in increased funding for organization''s programs.
- Established annual fundraising goals based on past performance data analysis and future needs projections.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure alignment between resource development strategies and overall organizational objectives.
- Increased fundraising revenue by developing and implementing effective resource development strategies.
- Assigned work to fundraising staff and monitored performance to meet targets.
- Wrote funding requests and grant applications to obtain additional funds for operating needs.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS -
University of Colorado
Skills
- CRM
- Social Media Platforms
- Google Suite
- Microsoft 365
- MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
Special Training
PEER SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL TRAINING, Colorado Mental Wellness Network, 2017, Trauma-informed support, self-care, ethics, communication skills, and resilience, Develop the ability to work compassionately with women or individuals recovering from mental health conditions, substance use, trauma, and co-occurring conditions., Utilize personal experience to assist in seeking wellness and recovery by developing social-emotional support skills, advocacy, effective communication, and life coaching. Advocate treatment and support; mentor the usage of tools and strategies., Optimize emotional support by enhancing the ability to encourage, validate, and empathize. Guide individuals needing social support to access resources, coping strategies, and post-discharge arrangements.
Core Expertise
- Fundraising Management
- Process Development
- Non-profit Management
- People Operations
- Grant Management
- Data Entry & Document Management
- Fundraising Campaigns & Special Events Management
- Corporate, Government, & Foundation Support
- Risk Management
- Document Management
- Schedule Management
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Inventory Management
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Strong Office Software and Database Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Top Secret Security Clearance
Personal Information
Title: Director of Development
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Director of Development
Benefits in Action
04.2023 - 04.2024
Fundraising Consultant
Self Employed
01.2007 - 01.2023
Foreign Service Officer
US Department of State
01.2004 - 04.2006
Resource Development Supervisor
City Of Lakewood
01.1999 - 01.2004
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS -
University of Colorado
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