Ria Nicholson
Manager, Development @Prosper Canada
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WORK HISTORY
Manager, Development @Prosper Canada
Philanthropy and partnerships professional with experience leading strategic fundraising initiatives that drive social impact. At Prosper Canada, I support the organization’s mission to build financial security for people living in poverty by managing donor relationships, crafting compelling funding proposals, and executing stewardship strategies that deepen trust and engagement.Skilled in donor communications, relationship management, and cross-sector collaboration, I bring a strategic and values-driven approach to building sustainable philanthropic partnerships across the foundation, corporate, and individual giving landscape.
EDUCATION
George Brown Polytechnic
Post Graduate, Sport and Event Marketing
McMaster University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
SKILLS
ABOUT RIA NICHOLSON
As a senior fundraising professional with over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector, I bring a deep commitment to building meaningful relationships and driving mission-aligned results. My expertise spans major gifts, campaign and event management, and strategic development planning — all grounded in a consistent track record of revenue growth, donor engagement, and operational excellence.Throughout my career, I’ve led initiatives that go beyond meeting fundraising targets — they strengthen organizational impact and sustainability. I’m passionate about designing innovative, donor-centric strategies that evolve with community needs and reflect the values of the organizations I serve.I thrive in collaborative, purpose-driven environments, working closely with teams, partners, and funders to create opportunities that uplift and empower. At the heart of my work is a simple mission: to advance meaningful change — strategically, sustainably, and with heart.
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