Abigail R. Gore

About Abigail R. Gore

I am a mission-driven strategist with expertise in development, stakeholder engagement, and program management—focused on transforming complex goals into sustainable, high-impact initiatives.As Manager of Undergraduate Funding & Young Alumni Programs at the Case Alumni Association, I oversee a $2 million annual portfolio of scholarships, grants, and experiential learning programs at Case Western Reserve University. I lead the full lifecycle of these initiatives—from strategic design and marketing to committee coordination, fiscal oversight, and post-award stewardship—ensuring equity, transparency, and measurable outcomes that strengthen donor and institutional confidence.My work includes the design and rollout of new endowed programs that demonstrate scalable, data-driven philanthropy and cross-sector collaboration. These initiatives reflect my broader focus on aligning donor legacy with mission impact and building systems that adapt and grow with organizational needs.I am experienced in leading cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale initiatives that advance brand visibility, inclusion, and philanthropic engagement across diverse audiences.At the intersection of philanthropy, communication, and strategy, I bring a holistic, data-informed perspective to organizational advancement—committed to building programs and partnerships that drive meaningful, measurable impact across sectors.

Experience

1. Manager of Undergraduate Funding and Young Alumni Programs

   Case Alumni Association

   May 2023 — Present · Cleveland, OH, US

   Direct the allocation and administration of more than $2 million annually in undergraduate scholarships and in student organization grants from the Case Alumni Foundation to the Case School of Engineering and the College of Arts and Sciences at Case Western Reserve University.Oversee the complete lifecycle of scholarship and funding programs—including strategic planning, selection, awarding, and fund distribution—ensuring equity, transparency, and alignment with donor intent.Collaborate on the stewardship of over 180 endowed funds, supporting donor relations, fund compliance, and impact reporting to strengthen engagement and long-term trust.Cultivate relationships with young alumni through strategic communication, targeted outreach, and the establishment of the Young Alumni Engagement Program, focused on graduates within 0–10 years of graduation.Design and implement digital, print, and event marketing campaigns to promote scholarship opportunities, student initiatives, and alumni engagement programs.Develop and enforce official guidelines for fund distribution processes, including scholarships, student organization funding, special circumstance grants, and conference support.Lead the #FundingIngenuity social media campaign, resulting in record student engagement and the highest number of organizations applying for and receiving funding, while significantly increasing visibility and responsiveness across digital platforms.

Education

• Kent State University

  Master of Arts - MA, Communication Studies

  2021 — 2023

• Kent State University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Relations and Affairs

  2017 — 2021