Toni Sawyer
Elizabeth City,North Carolina
Summary
Passionate, Bible-believing Christian committed to the mission of Jesus Christ, equipped with five years of resource development experience gained at the Salvation Army of the Albemarle Region. Skilled in donor relations, grant writing, and fostering community connections. Raised within the Salvation Army as both a junior and senior soldier, Fervent dedication to the organization's mission. Service spans disaster relief, soup kitchens, canteen ministries, and youth programs, providing firsthand insight into the needs of the communities. Eager to bridge those needs with available resources for impactful change.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Relations Coordinator
The Salvation Army of the Albemarle Region
01.2020 - Current
- Manage donor relations through various channels including visitations, phone calls, thank you cards, emails, and prayer requests
- Ensure accurate handling of Interchange donor information while utilizing Power BI for data analysis
- Prepare and submit grant applications to diverse funding sources.
- Gather and analyze past project performance data to create comprehensive reports.
- Maintain efficient tracking of deadlines and essential materials.
- Research grant opportunities according to required funding amount and organizational projects.
- Manage budgeting process for individual grants.
- Cultivate and develop relationships with existing and potential community partners and leaders.
- Actively participate in speaking engagements to promote the mission and vision of the Salvation Army.
- Serve on multiple local Advisory Boards
- Draft various promotional materials including letters, articles, newsletters, speeches, and social media posts to enhance awareness of the Salvation Army's services within the community.
Kettle Coordinator
The Salvation Army of the Albemarle Region
09.2018 - Current
- Overseeing and handling diverse responsibilities for the Red Kettle Campaign
- Coordinated volunteers for the Angel Tree Program.
Property Management
Resort Realty Vacation Rentals
03.2012 - 12.2020
- Educated team members on efficient strategies for managing guest inquiries and resolving issues.
- Created and maintained relationships with property owners and clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated scheduling between guests, staff members, and vendors as necessary.
- Conducted property inspections to ensure rental units met safety and quality standards.
- Gathered, entered, and updated data to maintain departmental records and databases.
- Processed invoices from vendors promptly according to company policies.
- Assisted new employees by providing information packets and training materials.
Property Management
Carolina Designs Realty & Vacation Rentals
03.1999 - 09.2009
- Efficiently assigned tasks, inspected work quality, and promptly resolved homeowner and guest complaints.
- Reviewed employee performance and devised an improvement plan to achieve goals.
- Enhanced coordination by developing schedules, shift reports, and other business documentation.
- Collaborated with the front desk to respond promptly to guest requests and promote a positive experience.
- Ensured accurate and timely processing of employee information such as new hires, departures, and tax withholdings.
- Successfully handled and oversaw payroll operations for a team of 250 personnel
- Provided efficient and friendly service while addressing the needs of guests and homeowners daily.
Skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Well organized
- Active listening skills
- Written and verbal skills
- Public Speaking ability
- Efficient Computer Skills
- Proficient in Interchange and Power BI
- 5 years of grant writing experience
- Database management
- Desire to learn and grow
- Passion for building individual relationships
- Strong ethical convictions
Timeline
Public Relations Coordinator
The Salvation Army of the Albemarle Region
01.2020 - Current
Kettle Coordinator
The Salvation Army of the Albemarle Region
09.2018 - Current
Property Management
Resort Realty Vacation Rentals
03.2012 - 12.2020
Property Management
Carolina Designs Realty & Vacation Rentals
03.1999 - 09.2009
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