Conduct thorough prospecting to identify funding opportunities aligned with organizational goals.

Develop and maintain a grants calendar to ensure deadlines are met and resources are allocated efficiently.

Translate program staff ideas and initiatives into compelling, proposal-worthy content. Engage in two-way communication by actively listening to program staff and asking clarifying questions to fully understand project goals and needs.

Edit proposals to ensure compliance with grantor guidelines and to refine messaging for maximum impact.

Leverage AI tools to streamline repetitive tasks, optimize proposal drafting, and enhance time management—while preserving the human element of storytelling and analysis.

Experienced with private foundations, and government–including state, municipal, county, and select federal opportunities: CDBG, Best Start for Kids, Court Program Funds, WA State Department of Commerce, WA State Department of Financial Institutions, EvenStart, Small Business Administration.

Nonprofit operations and campaign support

Ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Manage CRM systems to maintain accurate donor data, track engagement, and support fundraising efforts. Support donor relations by overseeing correspondence, acknowledgments, and accurate record-keeping.

Develop and maintain efficient administrative systems to support organizational goals. Manage budgets, schedules, and logistics critical to campaign and operational success. Handle multiple priorities and manage deadlines with precision. Balance competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

In my current role with Jefferson Healthcare Foundation (working less than half-time), I co-manage a $2.5M capital campaign, including planning, execution, and tracking progress, while helping rebuild after a dormant period. I contribute to the planning and execution of long-term organizational goals and proactively identify and address operational and strategic challenges. I have established new systems and processes to ensure efficiency and compliance with legal, financial, and regulatory requirements.

Communication and relationships: I act as a thought partner to the Executive Director (ED) on strategy and implementation. I coordinate between internal teams, hospital senior leadership, and external partners to achieve campaign milestones.

Content creation: I have written grant proposals that secured $575k of this campaign; I created and managed bi-monthly newsletters including content calendar development, writing, and basic design; and I ensure that communications are aligned with strategic fundraising goals.

Sample of grant proposal