Melissa Barrow

Director of Development and Alumni Relations @Oakwood School Morgan Hill, Ca

Morgan Hill, CA, US

Clearly articulates and promotes a strong case of need for philanthropy and buildsopportunities to create and sustain a culture that understands the relationship betweenphilanthropy and an Oakwood education.•Develops strategies for existing donors to effectively move them through a meaningfulcycle of giving.• Oversees management of gift processing and donor acknowledgement, the donor database,and financial reporting. Manages accompanying information systems.• Works collaboratively with the Communications Director to appropriately positiondevelopment opportunities and integrate messages in publications, reports, and collateralmaterials for cultivating and stewarding donors.• Works collaboratively with the Community Development Director to look foropportunities to connect with families and how they best connect with the school.• Organizes and attends Oakwood events and activities that foster school spirit andexcitement for fundraising efforts.

Saint Mary's College of California

Bachelor of Science