Erik Clare

About Erik Clare

Experienced and versatile Executive Director with a passion for promoting and growing the mission and improving the effectiveness of key programs. Adept at managing and overseeing the daily operations of high-performing teams, ensuring smooth workflow and optimal performance. Known for making decisive decisions and possessing first-rate communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successful collaboration with management in developing work plans, financials, and strategies across multiple operations. Leadership Team Building Organizational Leadership Strategic Planning Operational Excellence Revenue Generation Process Improvement Community Engagement Budgeting and Financial Management Project Management Grant Writing Board Development Volunteer Management

Experience

1. President

   Bucks County Housing Group

   Jan 2022 — Present · Warrington, PA, US

   Provide comprehensive grant writing and fundraising consulting services to nonprofit organizations across the social services, education, and arts sectors. Specialize in securing public, private, and government grant funding through tailored prospect research, proposal development, and compliance management.• Successfully secured over in grant funding within the first two years of operation.• Conduct prospect research to identify and prioritize funding opportunities that align with client missions and programs.• Write, edit, and submit grant proposals and reports, ensuring compliance with all donor and grantor requirements.• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, board members, and client leadership teams.• Provide strategic guidance on fundraising and development initiatives to enhance organizational sustainability and growth.

Education

• Norwich University

  BA

  1995 — 1999

• La Salle University

  Master's of Science

  2016 — 2019

Skills

• Alumni Relations
• Annual Reports
• Leadership
• Speech Writing
• Marketing
• Local Government
• Government
• Budgeting
• Management
• Press Relations
• Direct Mail
• Event Management
• Media Relations
• Major Gifts
• Elected Official
• Strategic Planning
• Fundraising
• Strategic Communications
• Research
• Federal Grants Management
• Annual Giving
• Stewardship
• Grant Writing
• Grants
• Fundraisers
• Public Speaking
• Managing Project Budgets
• Philanthropy
• Planned Giving
• Program Management
• Campaign Management
• Nonprofits
• Crisis Management
• Non-Profit Volunteer
• Spokesperson
• Customer Service
• Marketing Communications
• State Politics
• Volunteer Management
• Project Management