Lynne Applebaum

About Lynne Applebaum

As an engaging and driven leader, I offer years of experience directing community…

Experience

1. Director of Institutional Relations

   Great Swamp Watershed Association

   Oct 2020 — Present · NJ, US

   As Director of Institutional Relations, I cultivate and steward relationships with corporations, foundations, local businesses and individuals to secure funding that advances our mission of protecting and improving the water and land resources of the Passaic River region. I craft compelling grant proposals, develop persuasive narratives, and align organizational needs with donor priorities. I am experienced in researching grant opportunities, maintaining relationships with funders and managing the full lifecycle of the grant process. Additional skills include:* Proficiency in collaborating across departments to articulate measurable outcomes and ensure alignment with organizational goals.*Dedication to driving financial sustainability and supporting initiatives that create lasting change.*Key player in securing funding for and expediting annual events.*Offer unique understanding of program needs, honed through extensive experience in frontline program management.

Education

• SUNY College at Fredonia

  Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Volunteer Management
• Fundraising
• Marketing
• Healthcare
• Personal Training
• Advertising
• Wellness
• Group Training
• Coaching
• Fitness
• Research
• Strength Training
• Budgeting
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Design
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Program Development
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Nonprofits
• Grant Writing
• Budgets
• Teaching