Experienced in grant proposal development and submission processes, utilizing research and data analysis to enhance the quality of submissions. Proven track record of fostering productive relationships with donors and stakeholders, securing funding for diverse projects and initiatives. Skilled in proposal development, research, and persuasive writing, with a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Ready to contribute to impactful funding initiatives by developing persuasive grant proposals, maintaining comprehensive application records, and excelling in dynamic environments as a valued team player focused on collaborative success and adaptability to evolving project requirements. Proficient in research, proposal writing, and donor relations.
Work History
Executive Director
Alberta Narcissistic Abuse Survivor Foundation
06.2022 - Current
Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and decisionmaking.
Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
Grant Writer
Self-directed
01.2021 - Current
I am responsible for searching for grants and analyzing possibilities. I draft proposals and research appropriately. This also involves interacting by email with the vast team for the answers and keeping spreadsheets up to date.
I have done this with various nonprofits as well as for profits. My yearly success has been in excess of $500 000.
Some of the companies I have written for are Toronto Guardian, Calgary Guardian, Montreal Guardian, Latincover, Vancouver Guardian, Project Forest, Womens Housing Foundation, McBride Youth United, as well as various startup companies.
Interacted with internal partners and obtained detailed information about organization's mission and goals to form solid foundation for grant applications.
Supported capacity building initiatives within the organization by providing training on grant writing best practices to staff members.
Maintained compliance with funder requirements by diligently monitoring project progress and submitting timely reports.
Attended grant writing conferences to enhance sources and interact with other grant writing professionals.
Generated monthly grant writing activities reports and submitted documentation to director to promote funding program transparency.
Tracked in-process and previously submitted grant applications to obtain status updates.
Researched grant and funding proposal opportunities in philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources.
Wrote, reviewed and edited proposals for grants, gifts, and contracts.
Collected information on existing programs to demonstrate cohesive and sustainable organization to funders.
Developed impactful grant applications to enhance organization's potential for funding awards.
Gained familiarity with organization's operational and financial challenges and opportunities to improve grant writing knowledge base.
Secured $1000000 in grant money for Forestry project.
Secured $250000 in grant money for Non Profit Humanity projects.
Secured $470000 in grant money for Children's Camp project.
Secured $190000in grant money for Housing project.
Consultant Grant Writer (temporary)
Pinnguaq
01.2025 - 04.2025
Maintained comprehensive knowledge of current trends in philanthropy, allowing for informed recommendations when advising clients on strategy development.
Developed a database of potential funding sources for clients, facilitating quicker access to relevant opportunities.
Provided constructive critique to fellow grant writers within the organization through peer review processes, promoting continuous improvement in writing skills and proposal quality.
Supported other consultants within the team by sharing expertise and resources, fostering a collaborative work environment and enhancing overall team performance.
Maintained detailed records of all grant applications, including submission dates, funder feedback, and award status, for effective project tracking and reporting.
Grant Writer
Eton College Canada
06.2024 - 01.2025
Conduct thorough research to identify potential funding sources, including government grants, private foundations, and corporate sponsorships.
Develop compelling and persuasive grant proposals that align with the college's strategic goals and meet the requirements of funding organizations.
Oversee the grant application process, including the submission of proposals, tracking application status, and ensuring compliance with all grant requirements.
Collaborate closely with the Director of Development, faculty, and administrative staff to gather necessary information and ensure proposals accurately reflect the college's programs and needs.
Prepare and submit regular reports to funding organizations on the progress and outcomes of funded projects.
Streamlined the grant application process by creating templates and tools for consistent proposal content.
Designed annual grant award strategy as key component of organizational funding initiatives.
Contributed to a positive organizational culture by promoting open communication, teamwork, and shared success in fundraising efforts.
Enhanced collaboration within the organization by providing regular updates on grant activities and progress toward goals.
Autism Support Worker
Alberta Health Services, Direct Contract
09.2019 - 03.2024
Create and facilitate a program for activities of daily living. Provide companionship and transportation. Accompany routinely in the community.
Enhanced communication skills of autistic children by implementing visual aids and social stories.
Collaborated with speech therapists to develop language-building exercises for non-verbal or minimally verbal clients.
Coordinated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent care for clients across various settings.
Promoted social skills development by organizing group activities and providing guidance on appropriate peer interactions.
Evaluated client progress regularly, adapting individualized programs as needed for optimal results.
Improved daily living activities for individuals with autism through personalized skill development plans.
Maintained open lines of communication with families, ensuring that they were informed and involved in their loved one''s progress throughout treatment.
Designed engaging sensory-based activities that promoted cognitive development and self-regulation among autistic individuals.
Supported clients'' emotional well-being by creating a positive and nurturing environment tailored to their needs.
Implemented structured teaching approaches that catered to each client''s unique learning style, promoting academic growth and success.
Maintained detailed records of client observations, assessments, and progress updates for proper documentation and reporting purposes.
Navigator
The Native Women's Association of Canada
09.2023 - 03.2024
As a Navigator for the Be The Drum Project, I assist Indigenous women entrepreneurs in a variety of ways. My primary responsibilities include identifying and securing grants, assisting in grant writing, managing social media presence, and finding outlets for customers and clients. I also coordinate events and conduct research to support their entrepreneurial endeavors. This role, spanning seven months, allows me to empower and support Indigenous women in their business ventures.
Increased navigational accuracy by consistently updating and maintaining electronic charts and navigation tools.
Promoted safe navigation in restricted visibility situations through proficient use of radar functions like target tracking and range scaling.
Exercised strong decision-making skills during high-stress emergency scenarios while adhering to company policies and procedures.
Streamlined communication between bridge team members, fostering a collaborative working environment for successful navigation.
Led navigation team with precision during high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and avoiding potential hazards.
Associate
Winners
03.2022 - 11.2023
Working at Winners involves customer service, cashier duties, fitting room, merchandising as well as back room and processing duties.
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
Optimized departmental processes with the implementation of innovative strategies, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs.
Retail Merchandiser
Claire's
05.2023 - 10.2023
Visiting stores to update and fill displays and process shipments and returns. I have stopped doing this job but the app will not let me enter a finish date. I worked here until September 2023.
Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Boosted customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and strategically organized merchandise displays.
Improved overall store aesthetics by consistently maintaining clean, well-organized merchandise displays.
Fasd program facilitator
Dufferin Child and Family Services
01.2017 - 09.2020
Plan program for FASD group
Implement monthly program
Purchasing and maintaining of equipment
Work as a team to provide proper programming
Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions in program sessions.
Collaborated with fellow facilitators to create a cohesive and consistent experience across all program offerings.
Mentored junior facilitators on best practices for effective content delivery techniques and audience engagement tactics.
Gathered participant feedback regularly via surveys or evaluations, utilizing insights gained for continuous improvement of future programming iterations.
Delivered clear and concise program modules, ensuring participants grasped key concepts effectively.
Led stimulating group discussions to encourage deeper understanding of program topics and foster critical thinking skills.
Monitored participant progress throughout the program, adjusting content delivery as needed to ensure optimal comprehension levels were achieved.
Implemented time management strategies within sessions to cover all relevant topics effectively while adhering to schedule constraints closely.
Provided ongoing support to participants beyond the duration of the program, reinforcing key learnings through follow-up resources and check-ins as necessary.
Educational Assistant
Upper Grand District School Board
09.2005 - 12.2019
Work under direction of classroom teacher or head of special education
Assist teacher with students and direct one on one activities
Assist student with toileting as needed
Implement physiotherapy routine under direction of therapist
Accompany students on work placements
Attend professional development workshops and increase skills
Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
Certificate - Business
University of Calgary
09.2021
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
University of Waterloo
06.2010
Diploma - Educational Assistant
Centennial College
09.2006
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Conestoga College
06.2004
Skills
Teaching
Case Management
Crisis Intervention
Individual / Group Counseling
Behavioral Health
Research
Social Work
Writing Skills
Administrative Experience
Budgeting
Negotiation
Self-Motivated
Time Management
Purchasing
Procurement
Human Resources
Recruiting
Management
Employee Orientation
Project Management
Event Planning
Pricing
Presentation Skills
Interviewing
Strategic Planning
Merchandising
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Customer service
Microsoft PowerPoint
Databases
Database management
Web accessibility
Organizational Skills
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Outlook
Good communication
Ability to work under pressure
Self-motivated
Leadership
Decision making
Time management
Adaptability
Self-starter
Positive attitude
Team worker
Quick learner
Special Education
Contract administration
Proposal management
Strong research skills
Non-profit organization funding
Report writing
Supporting documentation
Compliance
Report writing skills
Budget development
Proposal development
Presentation development
Fundraising expertise
Ethical standards
Goal tracking
Letters of inquiry expertise
Letters of interest
Contract oversight
Results-oriented
Speech writing
Teamwork and collaboration
Teamwork
Technical research
Grant proposal development
Funding source research
Institutional fundraising
Letters of inquiry proficiency
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Active listening
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Accomplishments
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Supervised team of 12 staff members.
Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Projects.
Achieved in excess of $1 000 000 by completing many grants with accuracy and efficiency.
Developed and launched a Not for Profit Company
Developed and Facilitated various Projects and Events for Anti Racism and other issues.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Interests
Cooking
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Enjoy participating in Yogafor overall physical and mental well-being
Avid Reader
Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
Gardening
Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
DIY and Home Improvement
Backpacking and Hiking
Woodworking
Baking
Music
Gym Workouts
Experimenting with different creative mediums, like water colour, multi-media, and acrylic paint, to expand skills and techniques
Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP)
Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
Crafting and DIY Projects
Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens