Lindsey Dacey
Director of Development @Next Step
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Development @Next Step
As Development Director at Next Step, I lead the organization’s fundraising strategy and donor portfolio across individual, foundation, and corporate partners to advance our mission of supporting young people living with serious illness. I develop and implement comprehensive revenue-growth and donor-engagement plans, oversee systems for identifying, communicating with, and stewarding donors, and manage a team spanning grants, events, and marketing/communications. I guide the annual Development Funding Plan, identify and pursue new funding opportunities, and oversee the development of competitive foundation and government grant proposals. I also direct key fundraising events and collaborate closely with the Executive Director and the Board to strengthen organizational priorities and long-term financial sustainability.
EDUCATION
Georgetown University
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Law and Governance
Colgate University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), International Relations and Affairs
SKILLS
ABOUT LINDSEY DACEY
Senior strategy and business development leader in global health and international development — over $500M in wins from donors including USAID, World Bank, UNITAID, CDC, FDA, and the Gates Foundation. I lead high-stakes proposals, build strategic partnerships, and drive organizational growth in complex, multi-country environments.With 15+ years of experience, I’ve secured transformative funding, strengthened partnerships, and delivered measurable impact on initiatives valued at $200M+. Known for bridging high-level vision with practical execution, I navigate donor requirements, technical and regulatory landscapes, and cross-sector collaborations with ease.I’ve led multi-year, multi-team efforts that have positioned organizations competitively in challenging markets, built high-performing teams, and driven sustained growth. What drives me is helping mission-aligned organizations scale their impact — whether by designing competitive capture strategies, managing high-stakes proposals, or advising on long-term growth plans.
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