Teresa M. DeMarco
Development & Communications Professional
Huntington Station,NY
Summary
Accomplished nonprofit development leader with over 5 years of proven success in donor engagement, fundraising, marketing, and brand strategy. Ability to drive a 90% increase in online giving and successfully oversee a complete organizational re-brand. Skilled in donor database management, executing multi-platform campaigns, and coordinating impactful events. Committed to advancing autism advocacy and fostering community-driven missions through strategic development and collaborative leadership.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4039
4039
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Advancement and Communications Coordinator
AHRC Suffolk Foundation
Bohemia, New York
01.2021 - Current
- Led digital fundraising strategy, resulting in a 90% growth in online giving through targeted Year-End and Giving Tuesday campaigns
- Oversaw full organizational re-brand including development of visual identity, messaging, and brand guidelines
- Directed donor stewardship initiatives including acknowledgements, impact reports, and recognition events
- Designed and executed multi-channel marketing campaigns (email, social media, direct mail) to support development goals
- Managed website (WordPress) and maintained up-to-date program/event information
- Collaborated with external vendors and media to enhance public engagement
- Maintained Raiser’s Edge CRM, monitored data quality, and prepared analytical reports on giving trends
- Coordinated major donor appeals and community outreach aligned with fundraising objectives
Development Associate
Good Shepherd Hospice & Catholic Home Care Foundations
Farmingdale, New York
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Company Overview: Catholic Health Services
- Created and executed new fundraising initiatives including events and donor drives
- Managed donation database (Raiser’s Edge) and developed donor communication plans
- Designed print and digital marketing collateral including newsletters, social posts, and appeals
- Secured sponsorships and in-kind donations for signature fundraising events
- Managed website content and ensured campaign consistency across platforms
- Catholic Health Services
Secretary & Volunteer, Development Department
Family Service League
Huntington , NY
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Served as liaison for donors, board members, and partner organizations
- Supported United Way campaigns and presented outcomes at regional headquarters
- Provided development support for events, donor outreach, and internal communications
Education
Certificate - Financial Success for Nonprofits
ECornell University
NY05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Public Service
University of New Haven
CT05-2016
Skills
Fundraising Strategy & Development
Donor Engagement
Brand & Marketing Management
- CRM Systems
- Digital Marketing
- Community Outreach
Event Planning & Management
Website Management
Timeline
Advancement and Communications Coordinator
AHRC Suffolk Foundation
01.2021 - Current
Development Associate
Good Shepherd Hospice & Catholic Home Care Foundations
11.2019 - 08.2020
Secretary & Volunteer, Development Department
Family Service League
01.2017 - 10.2019
Certificate - Financial Success for Nonprofits
ECornell University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Public Service
University of New Haven
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