Risa Eadie

Development and Commuications Associate @Chances For Children - Ny

US

Collaborated on an annual fundraising program that raised $2.3 million through major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and capital campaigns, driving sustainable growth and expanded community impact- Developed and managed a portfolio of major gift donors, executing targeted cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to ensure long-term support- Built strategic partnerships with corporations, securing sponsorships and expanding development opportunities- Directed foundation fundraising efforts, overseeing contracts and managing high-level donor relationships to meet organizational goals- Collaborated closely with board members on strategic projects and high-profile gala events, enhancing donor engagement and increasing visibility- Supervised and mentored interns, providing guidance in project execution and fundraising initiatives, contributing to team growth and development- Managed donor databases and tracking systems, producing detailed fundraising reports for executive leadership- Represented Chances for Children at networking events, delivering public presentations and engaging with community partners to promote mission awareness.*Communications Focus:*- Led the creation and execution of a comprehensive marketing and brand strategy, elevating organizational awareness across digital and print platforms- Produced institutional communications, including annual reports, marketing collateral, and video content to strengthen outreach efforts- Directed social media marketing strategy, growing engagement through targeted campaigns and data-driven adjustments- Fostered relationships with media and key influencers to amplify organizational messaging and event coverage.

Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies