Sandra Searle

About Sandra Searle

Sandra Searle, CFRE is recognized as a leader in the nonprofit and fundraising arenas. With a 25-year track record of conducting successful capital, annual and comprehensive campaigns Sandra’s leadership has helped raised more than $50 million at some of Arizona\'s most well-known organizations. As a hands-on fundraiser, AFP Master Trainer, AFP Mentor, and experienced volunteer community Board Member, Sandra has seen all facets of the fundraising world. Sandra was honored as the 2010 Outstanding Fundraising Executive of the Year by the Greater Arizona AFP Chapter.A recipient of numerous personal and professional accolades—she is most proud of being her 8th grade Spelling Bee Champion and has the trophy to prove it! As an Arizona native and graduate of the University of Arizona, Sandra enjoys traveling throughout the country with her husband and dogs. In her spare time she keeps family and friends fully stocked with heirloom vegetables from her organic salsa garden. This last has become more difficult since her llama, Tallulah Olive, has discovered a taste for the leaves of tomato and pepper plants! Specialties: Strategic and Major GiftsTransformational GivingCapital CampaignsProject Management

Experience

1. Director of Development

   Down Syndrome Association Of Delaware

   Feb 2025 — Present · Sussex County, DE, US

Education

• Xavier College Preparatory

  College Preparatory

• University of Arizona

  Bachelor of Arts

Skills

• Professional Organizer
• Event Planning
• Program Management
• Strategy
• Ethics
• Fundraising
• Planned Giving
• Grants
• Budgets
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Fundraisers
• Philanthropy
• Stewardship
• Event Management
• Nonprofits
• Sponsorship
• Social Media
• Capital Campaigns
• Volunteer Management
• Annual Giving
• Public Relations
• Public Speaking
• Non-Profits
• Donor Recognition
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Newsletters
• Research
• Prospect Research
• Program Development