Matthew Stacy
Toccoa,GA
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience as Executive Director at Stephens County Family Connection, excelling in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in fundraising and community outreach, successfully securing resources to support diverse initiatives. Adept at public speaking and fostering partnerships, driving impactful growth in the community.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Stephens County Family Connection
Toccoa, GA
05.2024 - Current
- Establish partnerships with key stakeholders, government agencies, and community organizations to advance the organization's objectives
- Direct and oversee all aspects of organizational operations, including strategic planning, budgeting, fundraising, and program development
- Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization at public events, conferences, media interviews, and other engagements
- Oversee the creation of marketing materials to promote programs and initiatives to external audiences
Chaplain
Georgia Department of Corrections
Buford, GA
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided spiritual and emotional support to inmates, families, and staff in a compassionate and empathetic manner
- Collaborated with community organizations to provide resources for inmates' needs outside of the prison system
- Supported staff members through crisis intervention techniques during challenging situations or traumatic events
- Conducted religious services and rituals according to the beliefs and practices of individuals or groups
Church Revitalization
Crossroads Baptist Church
Carnesville, Georgia
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Led church operations, managing daily tasks and promoting compassionate pastoral care.
- Developed and administered annual budget to ensure financial stability.
- Introduced innovative concepts and strategies that enhanced team effectiveness and outcomes.
- Fostered community engagement through outreach programs and support initiatives.
Church Planter
Tapestry Church
Atlanta, GA
06.2013 - 07.2020
- Established community outreach programs to engage diverse groups.
- Organized events to promote church initiatives and build relationships.
- Organized fundraising campaigns for mission work, both domestically and abroad.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to enhance mission initiatives and resources.
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church of Buford
Buford, Georgia
10.2010 - 03.2013
- Led weekly worship services and coordinated sermon topics for congregation engagement.
- Provided spiritual guidance through counseling sessions and prayer meetings with members.
- Developed community outreach programs to foster relationships within the local area.
- Coordinated with stewardship committee to advocate biblical stewardship when promoting congregational benevolence.
Founder and Director
SweetWater Men's Shelter & Addiction Recovery Center
Waycross, GA
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Founded and Directed a Men's Shelter for our neighbors experiencing homelessness
- Coordinated volunteers to serve 500+ men while directing the facility
- Secured funding and other resources from a wide range of donors enabling the shelter to operate in the black every year
- Trained guests in job procurement, financial responsibility, and character development.
- Partnered with local agencies to provide healthcare, mental health care, addiction recovery, and housing.
Education
B.A. - Biblical Studies
Luther Rice Seminary
Lithonia, GA01.2003
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Southeast Georgia College
Waycross, GA01.1997
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Community outreach
- Public speaking
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Community engagement
- Fundraising
Timeline
Executive Director
Stephens County Family Connection
05.2024 - Current
Chaplain
Georgia Department of Corrections
07.2023 - 05.2024
Church Revitalization
Crossroads Baptist Church
08.2020 - 05.2023
Church Planter
Tapestry Church
06.2013 - 07.2020
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church of Buford
10.2010 - 03.2013
Founder and Director
SweetWater Men's Shelter & Addiction Recovery Center
01.2006 - 01.2010
B.A. - Biblical Studies
Luther Rice Seminary
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Southeast Georgia College