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Meaghan Underhill

Development Officer
647 1 Ave NE, Calgary

Summary

Results-oriented development professional with over a decade of experience in stakeholder engagement, market research, and strategic planning. Skilled at identifying growth opportunities, securing funding, and fostering relationships that drive organizational success. Known for adaptability, collaborative mindset, and delivering clear, actionable insights to support investment attraction and economic development initiatives in Calgary.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Development Officer

Arts Commons
09.2019 - Current
  • Managed high-value stakeholder relationships with 200+ donors, driving $1M+ in revenue.
  • Led 35+ annual strategic engagement events with community leaders, arts patrons, and sponsors.
  • Produced tailored briefing notes and proposals for donor prospects and institutional funders.
  • Oversaw grant portfolio, securing over $25K annually through comprehensive research and application strategies.
  • Collaborated cross-departmentally on projects that expanded Arts Commons' reach and economic impact in Calgary.

Development and Events Coordinator

Make-A-Wish Northern Alberta
05.2018 - 08.2019
  • Managed individual fundraising campaigns and events.
  • Coordinated fundraising initiatives and major events, generating over $200,000 annually.
  • Developed targeted communications to increase stakeholder interest and participation.
  • Cultivated corporate partnerships through community engagement and sponsorship proposals.

Volunteer, Event, and Grants Coordinator

Arts on the Ave
11.2016 - 05.2018
  • Delivered multi-day public festivals with 350+ volunteers and 10,000+ attendees.
  • Represented organization in meetings with funders, media, and government stakeholders.
  • Conducted grant research and authored successful applications at all levels of government.
  • Day to day management of The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse.

Consultant

Capital Arts Fund
10.2015 - 11.2016
  • Supported grant writing and reporting for Capital Arts projects, including Shivering Songs Festival and regional music tours.
  • Assisted in the coordination and delivery of public-facing arts programming.
  • Collaborated with the Executive Director on project development and funding strategies.

Arts Administrator

Musical Ventures Inc (MVI)
06.2015 - 11.2016
  • Prepared business cases and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Grant writing, reporting, and sponsorship acquisition.
  • Planning, promotion and execution of the New Brunswick Summer Music Festival (NBSMF) and concerts.

Development and Donor Relations, Annual Giving Office

University of New Brunswick
09.2008 - 12.2014
  • Managed a student team and raised $250,000 through donor outreach and campaigns.
  • Developed communications and reports that influenced giving trends and stakeholder decisions.
  • Secured 15-20 corporate sponsorships annually for student fundraising office activities.

Education

Certificate - Contemporary Management in Arts And Culture

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, New Brunswick
05.2008 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Music

Saint Thomas University
Fredericton, New Brunswick
05.2001 -

Skills

    Individual & Annual Giving

    Market Research & Briefing Preparation

    Stakeholder Engagement & Stewardship

    Prospect Identification & Cultivation

    Customer Records Management: Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, Sumac, Tessitura

    Project & Event Management

    Relationship Management

    Marketing

    Proposal Development

Timeline

Development Officer

Arts Commons
09.2019 - Current

Development and Events Coordinator

Make-A-Wish Northern Alberta
05.2018 - 08.2019

Volunteer, Event, and Grants Coordinator

Arts on the Ave
11.2016 - 05.2018

Consultant

Capital Arts Fund
10.2015 - 11.2016

Arts Administrator

Musical Ventures Inc (MVI)
06.2015 - 11.2016

Development and Donor Relations, Annual Giving Office

University of New Brunswick
09.2008 - 12.2014

Certificate - Contemporary Management in Arts And Culture

University of New Brunswick
05.2008 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Music

Saint Thomas University
05.2001 -

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