Marivick Atienza
Vancouver ,British Columbia
Summary
Experienced fundraiser with a strong track record of enhancing donor portfolios and securing major gifts, including contributions of up to $750,000. Skilled in event planning, strategic donor management, and effective communication. Proven ability to increase fundraising outcomes significantly, exemplified by driving donations from $400,000 to $3.5 million.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Officer, Major Gifts
Union Gospel Mission
Vancouver, BC
08.2018 - Current
- Effectively cultivated, solicited, and stewarded donors, and was responsible for the development and continued growth of the Foundations, Corporate, and Major Gifts portfolio during tenure.
- Successfully grew the Foundations portfolio by 87% in two years, adding 44 new relationships and increasing portfolio value by $600,000.
- Strategically contributed to the capital campaign by securing a $750,000 foundation gift, along with a $500,000 gift from aligned foundation.
Manager of Events
Breakthrough Ministries
Kelowna, BC
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Oversaw end-to-end management of over 25 annual events, including budget creation and team leadership, enhancing event visibility and achieving financial targets
- Ensured seamless event experiences by arranging flights, accommodations, and hospitality for all prominent speakers and bands.
- Monitored event trends and competitor activities, adapting strategies to maintain competitive edge.
- Hired and trained staff for various events and verified employee knowledge of specific procedures related to each event type.
Manager of Donor Relations/Child Sponsorship
Be A Hero
Kelowna, BC
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Developed and implemented structures for engagement and maintenance of partners.
- Organized campaigns, call blitzes, and fundraising initiatives to maximize support.
- Oversaw the creation, editing, and approval of annual and quarterly donor stewardship reports for children's homes.
- Led fundraising initiatives that escalated donations from $400,000 to $3.5 million in four years through strategic campaigns, donor engagement, and partnership development.
- Provided leadership and oversaw the development of a partnership program.
- Achieved a total of $50,000 per month through securing new, recurring donations from over 250 donors.
Education
Foundations Writing Course -
BCIT
01.2018
General Business Fast Track Program -
Mohawk College
Hamilton, Ontario01.2013
Biblical Studies -
Honour Academy
Garden Valley, Texas01.2009
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Leadership
- Creative Strategy
- Financial Management
- Microsoft Office proficient
- SalesForce proficient
- Event planning and execution
- Problem-solving aptitude
References
References will be provided upon request.
Timeline
Development Officer, Major Gifts
Union Gospel Mission
08.2018 - Current
Manager of Events
Breakthrough Ministries
01.2016 - 12.2018
Manager of Donor Relations/Child Sponsorship
Be A Hero
01.2013 - 12.2017
Foundations Writing Course -
BCIT
General Business Fast Track Program -
Mohawk College
Biblical Studies -
Honour Academy
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