Samantha Rineer
Columbia,PA
Summary
Dedicated professional fundraiser with 8 years of experience planning special campaigns and fundraising events. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Ready to help team achieve organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Associate
Brethren Village
06.2015 - Current
- Completed projects in alignment with target deadlines and financial objectives.
- Organized fundraising events, ensuring a successful outcome by managing logistics and coordinating volunteer efforts.
- Managed donor database efficiently, maintaining accurate records and generating insightful reports for decision-making purposes.
- Oversaw proper handling of administrative requests, ensuring effective allocation of resources, teams and necessary finances.
- Maintained a deep understanding of the organization''s programs and projects, ensuring alignment between donor interests and funding opportunities.
- Evaluated fundraising strategies periodically, making data-driven decisions to optimize efforts towards achieving desired results.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Improved development team efficiency by implementing project management tools and best practices in daily operations.
- Developed targeted marketing materials that effectively communicated the organization's mission to various audiences interested in supporting its initiatives.
- Created fundraising materials utilized on social media and websites and sent out in mass mailings.
- Attended events to develop professional network of potential donors.
- Supported major gift campaigns by creating tailored materials showcasing the impact of donations on the organization's work.
- Facilitated positive donor experiences via exceptional customer service during events and correspondence, fostering long-term relationships.
- Participated actively in professional networks related to nonprofit fundraising, staying informed about industry trends and best practices.
- Contributed to annual reporting processes.
PTO President - Volunteer Position
Columbia Parent Teacher Partnership
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Oversaw the planning of annual staff appreciation events, creating a positive atmosphere that acknowledged hard-working educators.
- Implemented systems for tracking meeting attendance and participation, improving overall accountability within the PTO organization.
- Collaborated with school administrators to identify areas of need and develop targeted strategies for improvement.
- Represented organization at school events.
- Advocated on behalf of students'' needs when communicating with district officials regarding policy changes or funding allocations affecting the school community.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of PTO programs and events, using parent feedback and attendance data to inform future planning decisions.
- Led fundraising efforts to raise significant funds for school programs and improvements.
- Developed partnerships with local businesses to secure sponsorships and donations for various PTO initiatives.
Activities Coordinator
St. John's Herr Estate
02.2011 - 06.2015
- Encouraged, supported and assisted residents with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and support for residents' needs.
- Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Managed inventory of activity supplies, ensuring adequate materials were available for planned events while adhering to budget constraints.
- Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
- Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessary accommodations or modifications needed for participation.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Increased activity participation by maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees.
- Assisted with organized company-wide events that boosted employee morale and cultivated team spirit within the organization.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of each activity based on participant feedback and adjusted programming accordingly for increased satisfaction.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when faced with unforeseen circumstances or changes to scheduled programming, ensuring a consistently enjoyable experience for residents.
Sales Consultant
Pampered Chef
02.2012 - 09.2014
- Facilitated smooth transactions by efficiently handling paperwork, processing payments, and addressing any concerns or questions from the client promptly.
- Advised clients on appropriate product selections based on their unique needs, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels upon purchase.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Increased referral business by establishing a strong rapport with existing clients, leading to positive word-of-mouth recommendations and an expanded customer base.
- Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Marketing
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA05.2003
Skills
- Annual Fund Coordination
- Event Planning and Execution
- Database Administration
- Data Analysis and Report Generation
- Direct Mail Campaigns
- Fundraising strategies
- Corporate Sponsorship
- Deadline-oriented
- Stewardship Activities
- Remote Office Availability
Affiliations
- Association of Fundraising Professionals
Timeline
PTO President - Volunteer Position
Columbia Parent Teacher Partnership
06.2019 - 08.2023
Development Associate
Brethren Village
06.2015 - Current
Sales Consultant
Pampered Chef
02.2012 - 09.2014
Activities Coordinator
St. John's Herr Estate
02.2011 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Marketing
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
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