Kelsey Holmes

Philanthropy Officer @Colburn School

Los Angeles, CA, US

Managing all aspects of a portfolio of approximately 100 five- and six-figure gift donors, including sourcing, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors to annual fund, endowment, planned, and special campaign gifts. Collaborating with leadership and deans to identify and engage new donors; coaching staff and academic teams on donor engagement best practices and collaboration. Gathering information about donors’ specific interests and pair with the Colburn School’s programs and campaign opportunities; creating custom proposals, reports, and acknowledgements, and contributing to philanthropy marketing campaigns. Promoting interaction with donors and prospects through participation in events.

East Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Music