Sarah Rick
Ponte Vedra Beach,FL
Summary
Accomplished Campaign Development Manager who is results-driven, with extensive experience in campaign strategy and donor stewardship. Strong leadership skills and a commitment to donor engagement contribute to sustainable philanthropic impact. Successfully led the Visionaries of the Year campaign, fostering relationships with sponsors and community leaders to achieve a 20% increase in fundraising year-over-year.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Campaign Development Manager, Visionary of the Year
Blood Cancer United
Jacksonville, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Led the Visionaries of the Year campaign, leading a 10-week fundraising campaign, recruiting, coaching, and supporting high-impact volunteer candidates and teams.
- Achieved a record-breaking $410,753 raised in 2024, the highest in the region’s history, driving a 20%+ year-over-year increase.
- Oversaw campaign strategy, donor stewardship, and event execution, strengthening community partnerships, and increasing mission awareness.
- Cultivated engagement from sponsors, donors, and community leaders to maximize philanthropic impact and long-term retention
Volunteer and Training Coordinator
BEAM, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministries
Jacksonville Beach, FL
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked with five location managers scheduling, training and driving morale for 300 + weekly volunteers
- Executed large-scale events, including Back to School and Thanksgiving dives, serving over 600 local families
- Fostered donor and corporate relationships to promote volunteerism and financial support for BEAM’s mission
- Enhanced volunteer satisfaction and site operations through effective cross-functional
Grant and Special Events Intern
Institute for Nonprofit Innovation and Excellence
Tallahassee, FL
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Worked with Executive Director and nonprofit organizations to schedule meetings, research grants and apply for grant opportunities while creating a relationship with our nonprofit members to help nonprofits succeed
- Created and collaborated with Executive Director on all social media posts on all platforms about special events while coordinating details the day of event to ensure everything runs smoothly
Morale Coordinator & Captain
Dance Marathon at Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
08.2018 - 03.2022
- As Coordinator- Led a team of 100 Moral Captains, promoting year-long fundraising, motivation, and engagement to internal and external participants
- As Captain- Supported campaign growth and internal culture for one of the university’s largest philanthropic events, benefiting Children’s Miracle Network
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development, Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL04.2022
Skills
- Campaign strategy
- Fundraising management
- Donor stewardship
- Event execution
- Volunteer coordination
- Community engagement
- Collaboration and interaction
- Relationship management
Websites
Recognition Involvement
Blood Cancer United Region Engagement Ambassador
Blood Cancer United Region Fuel Champion
Blood Cancer United YEPS Member
Blood Cancer United Inspire Conference Ambassador 2024
Timeline
Campaign Development Manager, Visionary of the Year
Blood Cancer United
05.2023 - Current
Volunteer and Training Coordinator
BEAM, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministries
06.2022 - 06.2023
Grant and Special Events Intern
Institute for Nonprofit Innovation and Excellence
02.2022 - 04.2022
Morale Coordinator & Captain
Dance Marathon at Florida State University
08.2018 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Development, Psychology
Florida State University
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