Sherri Jones

About Sherri Jones

I initially aimed to be a project manager in tech, living in Silicon Valley and worked toward this goal with grit and determination. Along the way, I became involved in the John Lee Hooker Music Foundation, supporting arts and music education in underprivileged schools. I produced live music events, built relationships with record labels and corporate sponsors like Gibson Guitars, and became a certified grant writer.Due to cutbacks at my tech job, I was laid off, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Combining my strengths as a Project Manager and my experience with the non-profit, I am now focusing on becoming a Major Gift Giving Officer or Donor Relations Manager with a non-profit in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am also taking classes to be certified with a PMP certificate.As a Blues DJ at KZSU 90.1 Stanford University one evening a week, I bring music to my listeners worldwide. I love solving problems, working with teams, and completing projects ahead of schedule and under budget. I plan to continue my part-time work with the John Lee Hooker Foundation while seeking a Major Gift Giving Officer or related position, bringing pride, energy, knowledge, and determination to succeed.

Experience

1. Assistant Program Manager

   John Lee Hooker Foundation

   Jun 2017 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   Lead and manage multiple fundraising campaigns and events, engaging donors and securing corporate sponsorships.Plan, initiate, and execute successful fundraising events, significantly increasing major gifts and overall contributions.Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with potential major donors, fostering strong partnerships to drive fundraising success.Collaborate with the Executive Director and key stakeholders to develop and present compelling fundraising proposals to potential donors.Utilize fundraising platform software, social media, and other digital tools to maximize donor contributions and expand the organization\'s reach.Research prospective donors to understand their interests and giving preferences, tailoring approaches to enhance donation rates.Research potential grant opportunities from government, corporate, foundation, and private sources.Write and develop compelling grant proposals and applications, including narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation.Ensure that all grant applications are submitted accurately and on time, adhering to the guidelines and requirements of the grantmaking entity.Collaborate with other Board Members to ensure the successful execution of grant reporting and compliance.

Education

• Liberal Arts & Science Academy

  Associate of Arts

• Udemy Alumni

  Certificate in Grant Writing, Grant Writing

• Six Sigma Yellow Belt and Project Management Amfasoft Corporation

  Project Management Certificate, Project Management

• College of San Mateo

  Associate of Arts - AA, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities