Melodie Mallinder
Fund Development Manager
Port Moody,BC
Summary
Senior community leader with over 2 decades of non-profit experience guiding diverse teams and managing organizations. Specializing in human resources, finance, and operations, with an ongoing dedication to grassroots work helping those in need. Proven track record of securing significant funding, overseeing small to large-scale projects, and developing strategic plans. Strong background in stakeholder relations
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Fund Development Manager
Mom2Mom Child Poverty Initiative Society
10.2021 - Current
- Design and lead the implementation of multi-faceted fundraising goals and plans, including major gifts, corporate grants and partnerships, foundations, corporate campaigns, monthly and individual giving
- Coach and mentor development team, Fun Development Committee & Board to enhance understanding and knowledge of fundraising and donor relations at M2M
- Serve as the primary relationship manager for M2M's donor portfolio, cultivating, engaging and soliciting donors and prospects
- Work collaboratively with the Executive Director and the Communications and Fund Development Coordinator to organize and plan public relations, marketing and communications strategies related to donor engagement
- Create, develop and implement donor strategies, policies and procedures for the M2M handbook
- Manage the creation and production of stewardship materials, including (but not limited to) letters, emails and reports
- Increase donor engagement and community awareness through radio and media interviews and public speaking acting as an ambassador for Mom2Mom and the mission.
Director of Development
Aunt Leah's Place
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Manage, create, and execute fundraising strategies to meet and exceed the organization's fundraising and growth goals, maximizing revenue streams for Aunt Leah's Place through a variety of programs & campaigns including major gifts, annual giving, monthly giving, foundation and grants, increasing donor portfolio through donor-centric fundraising
- Cultivate and solicit supporters and prospects through events, shifting in-person activities to virtual experiences and exceeding funding targets during our first virtual Gala raising $182,000
- Contribute and collaborate in the overall management of Aunt Leah's Place as part of the Management Team
- Connect corporate partnerships to Aunt Leah's, aligning corporate funding requirements to program funding opportunities
- Research potential prospects and grow relationships through a new matching campaign raising an additional $55,000 of unplanned funding
- Liaise, cultivate and build long-term partnerships with foundations, community groups and corporations through creative program opportunities
- Oversee and review procedures of the Organization's donor database, creating streamlined receipting and reconciliation systems to better manage receipting and thanking process timelines
- Ensure timely and accurate report deliveries to funders & other stakeholders
- Create and oversee the annual strategic plan and stewardship calendar with the Development team
- Streamline tracking and reporting for grant writing in Salesforce, implementing reports and deliverable reminders allowing for more efficient grants, boosting grants by $110,000 annually
- Plan and articulate case for support hitting funding targets for specific projects.
Resource Development Officer and Fundraiser
Saint James Music Academy
01.2016 - 04.2020
- Implement, plan & develop unique gratitude and fundraising communications, events and campaigns bringing in $1 million annually
- Steward, grow, and thank all supporters engaging through weekly tours, annual concerts and events
- Implement creative events to connect prospects and increase donor portfolio by producing ‘A Day in the Life' event
- Orientate, lead and update Board Members and Departments on current fundraising strategies and plans
- Orchestrate and collaborate endowment funding and specific communications
- Share SJMA's Mission and needs through public speaking engagements and presentations
- Collaborate with the SJMA team and programming to coordinate donor events/engagement.
Major Giving Development Officer
Union Gospel Mission
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Cultivate and engage existing & new support through volunteer opportunities, events, tours, and meal engagements
- Familiarize and learn all departments of service working in collaboration with program staff and Alumni, using creativity to cultivate and grow donor giving and portfolio
- Demonstrate strong communication skills connecting donors to personal stories and connections of clients and those who have been touched by poverty and addiction
- Complete tasks, solicitations, and reports in time-sensitive manner
- Strong knowledge of the community and those we serve creating clear and articulate donor messaging aligning with UGM's mission.
Customer Service Officer
Tiffany & Co
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Familiar with all roles of Operations, specializing in administrative and customer service duties
- Provide repair information, service policies & vendor/client due dates
- Work closely with the Operations Manager and Director, demonstrating the ability to make quick decisions during time-sensitive circumstances
- Create and update Operations Data Base and Operation Reports
- Carry out cash reconciliation weekly and perform weekly client calls for service follow-up and updates
- Provide confidential prestige service, interacting in a respectful and ethical manner.
Flight Attendant
Harmony Airways
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Greet and serve passengers, stow luggage, serve food/drinks, answer questions regarding flight information and provide safety demonstrations
- Incorporate airline safety and customer service during, after and before flights with the ability to make quick decisions
- Update medical and safety knowledge annually, communicating with management for current updates and safety memos
- Maintain a high level of customer service and standards for clients
- Attend to medical emergencies and situations by following safety guidelines and Air Transport regulations.
Education
Decolonization Workshops -
BC Hummingbirds Rising
03.2022 - 2022.05
Decolonization Workshops - undefined
BC Hummingbirds Rising
11.2022 - 2022.05
Decolonization Workshops - undefined
BC Hummingbirds Rising
10.2020 - 2020.05
Fostering Belonging Through DEI - undefined
03.2024 - 2024.05
AFP Fundamental Course and Membership - undefined
01.2011 - 2021.05
Langara College, CS Media Writing - undefined
05.2013 - 2013.05
UGM Youth and Family, Mentorship Program - undefined
03.2011 - 2014.05
UGM Community Outreach Worker Course - undefined
01.2013 - 2013.05
Community College, Basic Counseling Skills - undefined
01.2010 - 2010.05
Columbia Academy, Broadcasting Diploma - undefined
01.2004 - 2004.05
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Fostering Belonging Through DEI - undefined
03.2024 - 2024.05
Decolonization Workshops - undefined
BC Hummingbirds Rising
11.2022 - 2022.05
Decolonization Workshops -
BC Hummingbirds Rising
03.2022 - 2022.05
Fund Development Manager
Mom2Mom Child Poverty Initiative Society
10.2021 - Current
Decolonization Workshops - undefined
BC Hummingbirds Rising
10.2020 - 2020.05
Director of Development
Aunt Leah's Place
04.2020 - 09.2021
Resource Development Officer and Fundraiser
Saint James Music Academy
01.2016 - 04.2020
Langara College, CS Media Writing - undefined
05.2013 - 2013.05
UGM Community Outreach Worker Course - undefined
01.2013 - 2013.05
UGM Youth and Family, Mentorship Program - undefined
03.2011 - 2014.05
Major Giving Development Officer
Union Gospel Mission
01.2011 - 01.2016
AFP Fundamental Course and Membership - undefined
01.2011 - 2021.05
Community College, Basic Counseling Skills - undefined
01.2010 - 2010.05
Customer Service Officer
Tiffany & Co
01.2007 - 01.2010
Flight Attendant
Harmony Airways
01.2006 - 01.2007
Columbia Academy, Broadcasting Diploma - undefined
01.2004 - 2004.05
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