Yelena Lowenfeld

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ABOUT YELENA LOWENFELD

I’m a nonprofit and cultural-sector professional with 10+ years of experience working at the intersection of digital strategy, development operations, and institutional giving. My work focuses on building strong systems, clear processes, and engaging digital platforms that help mission-driven organizations grow sustainably and connect meaningfully with their communities.I’ve led and supported initiatives across fundraising operations, CRM and database management, grant and donor lifecycle tracking, web and CMS strategy, and cross-functional project management. I’m often brought in to translate big-picture goals into practical, scalable solutions—whether that’s improving donor data integrity, supporting foundation and corporate fundraising, launching or optimizing a website, or creating reporting tools leadership can actually use.My background includes deep experience with nonprofit and cultural institutions, where I’ve partnered with development, marketing, program, finance, and executive teams to align systems, storytelling, and strategy. I’m especially drawn to organizations working in arts, culture, education, healthcare, and social impact.Key strengths: • Development operations & CRM administration (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, Blackbaud) • Institutional giving, grants, stewardship & reporting • Digital strategy, CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal), and content governance • Data-informed decision-making, analytics, and dashboards • Cross-functional leadership, SOPs, and process improvementI currently serve as Vice President of the Board of Directors for Friends of Philipse Manor Hall, supporting governance, fundraising, and strategic planning for a historic cultural institution. I’m also a lifelong classical music aficionado and an active supporter of arts and cultural organizations.