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Sandra Jamet

Garden City,NY

Summary

Dynamic development leader with a proven track record of building new teams and processes and driving growth. Expertise in front-line fundraising and relationship development with foundations, corporations, individuals, and government. Recognized for adaptability in fast-paced environments and a strong ability to guide teams toward shared goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Development & Grants Administration

Council of State Governments Justice Center
03.2022 - 08.2025
  • Led public and private fundraising, including frontline fundraising and funder stewardship.
  • Grew annual awards from $22 million in 2020 to $40 million in 2025. Secured multiple six and seven figure foundation awards and new foundation partners.
  • Developed and executed new processes to coordinate funder engagement and stewardship across divisions and leadership.
  • Built a team that conducted prospect research, developed pitches, and wrote proposals.
  • Strengthened relationships with existing donors through timely acknowledgment letters, reports on funded projects, and invitations to participate in exclusive events.
  • Launched the organization's individual giving program with the Board and leadership team.

Director of Foundation Relations

Council of State Governments Justice Center
09.2019 - 02.2022
  • Built a new team focused on foundation fundraising, developing new processes and practices for collaborating with program teams to bring on new funders and steward current supporters.
  • Developed organization's first fundraising plan to diversify funding in line with strategic goals.
  • Secured foundation grants for $10 million over two years.
  • Brought on new foundation partners and maintained support from existing funders.
  • Brought strategic direction to create compelling concept papers, proposals, and pitches.
  • Coordinated funder engagement and stewardship across divisions and leadership.

Program Director of Operations

Council of State Governments Justice Center
09.2017 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw operations for a 20-person team with a $10 million annual budget, while leading fundraising, guiding prospect research, developing pitches, and writing proposals.
  • Secured $4.5 million to support FY19 work.
  • Built a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, mentoring, and professional development initiatives.
  • Tracked all grant and contract deliverables and ensured compliance and funder satisfaction.
  • Managed complex projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget constraints.

Associate Vice President, Foundation Giving

United Way of New York City
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Led efforts to grow foundation giving, including front-line fundraising with foundations and corporations.
  • Introduced best practices for grants management, funder stewardship, and tracking results.
  • Raised $5.5 million in grants from foundations.
  • Supported individual donor engagement and stewardship.
  • Contributed significantly to the success of two signature fundraising galas and annual campaign.

Director, Fund Development

Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH)
04.2014 - 09.2016
  • Led day-to-day fundraising operations for national nonprofit with $38 million operating budget, including frontline fundraising with foundations and corporations.
  • Raised $8 million to $10 million in foundation grants annually.
  • Developed CSH's multi-year revenue model, providing a road map for how to underwrite its strategic plan, exceeded targets year after year.
  • Enhanced annual giving campaign through effective segmentation and tailored messaging, resulting in increased contributions.
  • Supervised and mentored five development associates.
  • Coached program directors on program strategy, funder cultivation, and funder stewardship.
  • Leveraged data analytics to inform decision-making in critical areas such as success rates for campaigns and proposals.
  • Secured sponsorships for annual conference from foundations, corporations, and peers.

Associate Director, Fund Development

Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH)
01.2011 - 03.2014
  • Led day-to-day fundraising operations.
  • Supervised two fund development associates who supported CSH's national and local teams.
  • Secured $5.75 million grant from the prestigious Social Innovation Fund (SIF).
  • Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep the team focused and productive.
  • Exceeded fundraising targets year after year for foundation, government, and contract awards.

Senior Development Officer

Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH)
07.2008 - 12.2010
  • Served as liaison for nine local field offices. Drafted proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports.
  • Wrote proposals for all major national private grants and public contracts for the organization.
  • Drafted successful proposal for CSH's first New Markets Tax Credit Allocation for $25 million.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop compelling grant proposals, securing crucial funding for vital projects.

Sr. Program Manager

Seedco
06.2005 - 06.2008
  • Hybrid role leading a team of fundraisers and provision of consulting services.
  • Oversaw a team that developed proposals, concept papers, prospect research, and literature reviews. Provided strategic direction and coaching.
  • Led provision of consulting services to foundations, government, and nonprofits, advising on program design and performance management.
  • Directly pitched to foundations and consulting clients and managed relationships.

Education

MASTER IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS - Domestic Policy, Economics, Statistics

PRINCETON UNIVERSITY
Princeton, NJ
05.2002

BACHELOR OF ARTS - Economics, Political Science, Women's Studies

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
New York, NY
05.2000

Skills

  • Donor relations
  • Fundraising
  • Major gifts solicitation
  • Corporate sponsorships
  • Nonprofit management
  • Campaign execution
  • Board relations
  • Fundraising analytics
  • Grant writing
  • Strategic planning

Timeline

Director of Development & Grants Administration

Council of State Governments Justice Center
03.2022 - 08.2025

Director of Foundation Relations

Council of State Governments Justice Center
09.2019 - 02.2022

Program Director of Operations

Council of State Governments Justice Center
09.2017 - 08.2019

Associate Vice President, Foundation Giving

United Way of New York City
09.2016 - 09.2017

Director, Fund Development

Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH)
04.2014 - 09.2016

Associate Director, Fund Development

Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH)
01.2011 - 03.2014

Senior Development Officer

Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH)
07.2008 - 12.2010

Sr. Program Manager

Seedco
06.2005 - 06.2008

MASTER IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS - Domestic Policy, Economics, Statistics

PRINCETON UNIVERSITY

BACHELOR OF ARTS - Economics, Political Science, Women's Studies

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY

Other Skills

  • Proficient in utilizing moves management systems, including Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, and Fluxx, to optimize fundraising efforts and streamline operations.
  • Fluent in Italian, conversational in Spanish and French.

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