Max Griffis
Denver,CO
Summary
Nonprofit professional with over five and a half years of fundraising experience, adept at managing significant donor relations and fundraising initiatives. Demonstrated success in raising $1.1M annually through effective portfolio management and major gift solicitations, alongside pioneering legacy prospecting strategies that engaged over 1,000 donors. Proven track record in donor communications, organizing donor engagement events and volunteer management, significantly contributing to organizational goals through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Donor Relations Associate
Denver Rescue Mission
2022.07 - Current
- Managed robust portfolio of 420-550 donors, raising $1.1M annually
- Solicited major gifts up to $20K, transitioning multiple donors to major gift officers
- Implemented innovative legacy prospecting strategies, reaching over 1,000 potential donors
- Organized and hosted 15 donor engagement events, leading to increased gift size and engagement
Graduate Researcher
CrossPurpose
2022.03 - 2022.07
- Partnered with Advocacy and Development Officer to investigate substance use in marginalized groups to tangibly bolster fundraising efforts
- Conducted interviews with and surveyed 40 total alumni facing economic challenges
- Research shown to Colorado's Attorney General, advocating for State Opioid Response funds
Nonprofit Project Manager
The Navigators (CSU)
2019.05 - 2021.08
- Managed portfolio of 150 with approaches tailored to each donor's preferences and potential
- Successfully raised $150,000 via direct solicitation of individual gifts ranging from $1,200-$10,000
- Orchestrated 50+ volunteer events, managing 80+ consistent volunteers
Student Coordinator (Supervisor) for Leadership Development and Training
CSU Office of Admissions
2018.05 - 2019.05
- Strategically cultivated connection with 2,000+ prospective students in recruitment efforts
- Exemplified leadership as student ambassador to Texas across four different strategic trips
- Lead annual development and application of leadership training for 50 employees
Legislative Staff and Policy Analyst
The Society Of American Foresters (SAF)
2018.05 - 2018.08
- Collaborated with high-level officials and members to represent SAF's legislative interests
- Authored two research projects and national articles, displaying analytical thinking
- Provided policy feedback on 2018 Omnibus, modelling detail-focused approach
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration (Poverty Alleviation Focus)
University of Colorado, Denver
DenverBachelor of Science - Forestry
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, COWilliam A. Demmer Scholars Program - Federal Policy Development
Michigan State University
Washington, D.C.Skills
- Salesforce
- Donor Portfolio Organization/Management
- Donor Stewardship
- Donation Solicitation
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning
- Event Planning and Execution
- Community Partnership Development
- Collaboration
- Nuanced Communications
Affiliations
- Association of Fundraising Professionals: Member
- Denver Rescue Mission Leadership, Encouragement, Accountability, Discipleship (LEAD) Cohort: Member
Timeline
Donor Relations Associate
Denver Rescue Mission
2022.07 - Current
Graduate Researcher
CrossPurpose
2022.03 - 2022.07
Nonprofit Project Manager
The Navigators (CSU)
2019.05 - 2021.08
Student Coordinator (Supervisor) for Leadership Development and Training
CSU Office of Admissions
2018.05 - 2019.05
Legislative Staff and Policy Analyst
The Society Of American Foresters (SAF)
2018.05 - 2018.08
Master of Arts - Public Administration (Poverty Alleviation Focus)
University of Colorado, Denver
Bachelor of Science - Forestry
Colorado State University
William A. Demmer Scholars Program - Federal Policy Development
Michigan State University
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