Mary Price Trichter
Westerly,RI
Summary
Passionate leader and collaborator with over 20 years in non-profit education, fundraising, and management. Experienced grant writer leading to proven results in developing and maintaining mutually rewarding relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel, and developing tactical plans and partnerships to meet strategic goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Advancement
New England Science & Sailing Foundation
06.2021 - Current
- Develops and implements marketing campaigns targeting donors.
- Enhances donor relations by developing and implementing personalized stewardship plans.
- Secures new funding opportunities through researching and identifying potential grant sources.
- Improves donor retention rates through regular communication, updates, and appreciation events.
- Coordinates events to encourage community involvement and increase awareness of organization's mission.
- Works closely with board members to facilitate their involvement in fundraising activities and strengthen their connections to the organization's mission.
- Collaborates with program staff to ensure accurate tracking of grant-funded projects for timely reporting to funders.
- Ensures compliance with donor guidelines, minimizing errors in reporting and enhancing the organization''s reputation.
- Secures funding for projects by writing persuasive and compelling grant proposals.
- Manages donor database efficiently, ensuring accurate record-keeping and prompt follow-up communication.
Executive Director
Sarasota Youth Sailing
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization''s mission.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Designed annual grant award strategy as key component of organizational funding initiatives.
- Secured funding for nonprofit organizations by researching and writing compelling grant proposals.
- Improved grant management efficiency by implementing a tracking system for submission deadlines, reporting requirements, and award amounts.
Director, Faith Formation
Ss. Peter and Paul the Apostles Catholic Church
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Established partnerships with local schools, fostering greater collaboration between parishes and educational institutions in support of faith development.
- Built, managed and upgraded K-12 educational program.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Enhanced parishioner engagement by developing and implementing dynamic faith formation programs.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to continuously assess and improve the effectiveness of faith formation programs.
- Led the planning and execution of special liturgical celebrations related to sacramental preparation milestones.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
Interim Principal, Assistant Principal & Admissions Coordinator
St. Martha Catholic School
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Fostered a collaborative environment among staff through team-building activities and shared decision-making processes.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Enhanced student satisfaction with the admissions experience through timely communication and personalized support.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to develop a comprehensive orientation program for incoming students.
- Handled inquiries from prospective students to provide detailed information regarding admissions process.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Created fundraising strategies tied to institutional mission, programs, and goals.
- Cultivated relationships with existing and potential donors to increase donations.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Served as a key team member during the silent phase of a capital campaign.
Academic Dean and Teacher
Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
St. Ignatius Loyola Academy
01.2006 - 01.2011
Elementary Teacher
Grace and St. Peter’s School
01.2005 - 01.2007
Assistant Director and Camp Counselor
Friends School of Baltimore
01.2001 - 01.2005
Education
Masters - Education Leadership
Loyola University
Bachelors - Liberal Arts
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Core Skills & Attributes
Nonprofit Leadership | Donor Relations | Critical Writer | Fundraising Campaign Management | Grant Writing & Management | Pipeline Development | Team Leadership | Impact Reporting & Stewardship | Policies & Procedures | Compliance | Training & Development | Team Leader | Entrepreneurial Mindset and Approach | Hardworking & Collaborative | Foundation Prospecting
Supporting Credentials
- Plus Delta Partners-Management of Frontline Fundraising
- Donor Perfect-CRM
Timeline
Director of Advancement
New England Science & Sailing Foundation
06.2021 - Current
Executive Director
Sarasota Youth Sailing
01.2019 - 01.2021
Director, Faith Formation
Ss. Peter and Paul the Apostles Catholic Church
01.2016 - 01.2019
Interim Principal, Assistant Principal & Admissions Coordinator
St. Martha Catholic School
01.2013 - 01.2016
Academic Dean and Teacher
Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
St. Ignatius Loyola Academy
01.2006 - 01.2011
Elementary Teacher
Grace and St. Peter’s School
01.2005 - 01.2007
Assistant Director and Camp Counselor
Friends School of Baltimore
01.2001 - 01.2005
Masters - Education Leadership
Loyola University
Bachelors - Liberal Arts
Notre Dame of Maryland University
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