Mary Giannetti
Director of Resource Development
Fitchburg,MA
Summary
Accomplished and dynamic resource development professional with a proven track record in driving organizational growth through innovative programs, strategic visioning, and securing essential funding. Experienced in operations, strategy, and finance, possessing exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations, improving business performance. Adaptable, reliable, with exceptional communication skills recognized throughout the career. Excels in building strong partnerships and effectively leading cross-sector collaborations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
Greater Lawrence Community Action Council, Inc.
Lawrence, MA
01.2022 - Current
- Obtained $13, 794, 049 from state, federal, and philanthropic sources to support Childcare and Head Start programming, Health and Nutrition, Immigration, Housing, Workforce, and Adult Education
- Guided strategic planning for the Workforce and Adult Education Division, successfully increasing sustainable funding from $255, 000 to $4.23 million
- Facilitated an inclusive process with senior leadership, board, and staff to create new mission, vision, and values statements
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
Director of Resource Development
Heywood Healthcare, Inc
Gardner, MA
03.2015 - Current
- Developed and executed strategic approaches to program development and community strategy integration
- Conducted triennial Community Health Needs Assessments and developed Community Health Improvement Plans in 2019, 2022, and 2025
- Acquired over $4.5M in federal, state, and foundation resources, with a success rate of 96% from 2022-2024, to improve community health
- Created and piloted a nationally recognized roadmap for school-based tele-behavioral health, funded by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy
- Secured over $4 million to expand services to five school districts
- Developed and supervised community initiatives funded by the Health Policy Commission and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health aimed to address institutional and social inequities to enhance residents' health and quality of life
- Facilitated multi-sector partnerships and coalition development to ensure a collective impact in addressing critical community needs
- Awarded $3.9 M in FEMA funding for hospital COVID-related costs
- Developed grant tracking systems to comply with the funder terms and conditions, manage deliverables, document outcomes, and monitor spending
- Established metrics-driven approaches to track progress towards resource development goals, ensuring timely adjustments as needed.
Consultant
City of Lawrence
Lawrence, MA
01.2015 - Current
- Secured 28 grants totaling $11, 781, 723, supporting the City's Planning, Community Development, and Police Departments
- Major projects include :
- 7.9M for Lead Hazard Reduction and Healthy Homes
- 2.25M MA DPH grant for public safety addressing crime drivers such as substance use and mental health
- 2.M for Cleanup and Site Assessment of Brownfield sites
- 1M from HRSA to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates
- 600K MA DPH grant for COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
Division Director
Montachusett Opportunity Council, Inc
Fitchburg, Massachusett
01.1993 - 12.2014
- Managed $8.3M operating budget and oversight of five major divisions : Nutrition, Youth Development, Sexual Health and Infectious Disease, Housing and Energy, and Environmental Health
- Directed multi-sector community health initiatives, increasing social capital, equitable job opportunities, and improving housing and environmental conditions
- Managed the division''s long-term strategy, aligning goals with the wider organization to ensure a cohesive approach to achieving shared objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Nutrition
Institute of Health Professions
Boston, MABachelor of Science - Nutrition
Simmons College
Boston, MASkills
Strategic Planning
Timeline
Consultant
Greater Lawrence Community Action Council, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Director of Resource Development
Heywood Healthcare, Inc
03.2015 - Current
Consultant
City of Lawrence
01.2015 - Current
Division Director
Montachusett Opportunity Council, Inc
01.1993 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Nutrition
Institute of Health Professions
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Simmons College
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