Shawn Campbell

VP of Development Fundraising Donor Development Event Management Budgeting Management @Gilda\'s Club Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI, US

Drive strategic fundraising and donor engagement, grow event giving and donor retention, and manage a $1.6 million budget, delivering free emotional health care to families navigating cancer and grief.KEY ACHIEVEMENTS* Expanded previous role’s scope of leadership due to organizational restructuring.* Created and monitored $1.6 million budget—raised 95% through targeted fundraising efforts.* Cultivated donor relationships through personalized moves management strategies; grew online donors by 5% in 2024.* Grew retention of donors who gave by 8%, averaging 90.6% over 3 years.* Produced 4 signature fundraising events annually, including a 5-day festival—volunteers, vendors, celebrity talent, logistics, and confidential operations—with integrated team.* Increased giving at sold-out 2025 golf outing by 30% over at-capacity 2024 event.* Led online registration launch and staff training for 2025 golf outing, streamlining donor/event workflows and earning 100% positive feedback.* Researched and wrote grants to fund and support free programs/services reaching community members annually; submitted reports and ensured 100% compliance.LEADERSHIP* Staff Lead, Board of Director’s Fund Development Committee—collaborate with high-net-worth donors and volunteers who ensure accountability for strategic fundraising.* Executive Leadership Team—partner with 2 fellow VPs, leading strategic planning, shaping policies and procedures, and guiding organization’s daily operations.