Jessica Vinton

Experience

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  Kutztown University Women's Center

  Nov 2007 - Apr 2008

  Office Assistant

  • Assist in planning campus events: “Love Your Body Day,” “Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day,” and “World AIDS Day”• Assist in writing press releases, designing flyers, and various other event organization tasks• Provide educational programs for residence halls and other student run organizations

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  Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania

  Nov 2007 - Dec 2008

  • Submit applications and reporting requirements for ten United Ways, Foundations, and government funding opportunities• Maintain strong relationships with United Ways through attendance at events and trainings• Assist Chief Development Officer with special event planning, Annual giving campaign, Family Partnership appeals and Alumni society• Research funding opportunities • Responsible for planning and delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience in after-school settings, tax credit communities, women’s shelters and juvenile detention facilities

  • Grant Manager

    Apr 2008 - Dec 2008

  • Outreach Program Facilitator

    Nov 2007 - Apr 2008
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  Lancaster Science Factory

  Jan 2009 - Oct 2009

  Manager of Membership and Business Development

  •Retained existing memberships through email updates of events, programs, discounts, etc.•Coordinated “Members Only” events and programs in-house and with community partners•Researched and submitted grant applications to a variety of funding sources, including local foundations, national foundations, etc.•Managed donor/member database using GiftWorks software•Wrote and managed public relations and marketing efforts to members and the public•Planned and executed events to further the mission of the Science Factory Show less

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  Lancaster Museum of Art

  Oct 2009 - May 2011

  Membership Coordinator

  •Maintained correspondence with existing members through letters, postcards, e-blasts, and social networking•Planned and executed member and public events including lecture series and bus trips •Managed donor/member database using DonorPerfect software•Lead committee in the planning and implementation of the Annual Appeal fundraising campaigns•Assisted with daily office duties including answering phones, sending faxes, mailings, etc.

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  Substitute Teacher Services

  Aug 2013 - Dec 2014

  Long Term Substitute Teacher
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  The Salvation Army Harrisburg

  Jan 2015 - Feb 2018

  Development Assistant

  •Create social media campaigns designed to expand awareness of activities and programs at TSA Harrisburg, engage followers through creative and relevant postings and promote giving to the organization. Respond to inquiries and reviews on social media platforms. Analyze engagement for maximum post effectiveness.•Create and manage website content using WebManager. Update website regularly based on changing program needs, upcoming events, etc. Use social media platforms to drive traffic to website.•Maintain email lists using Constant Contact (organization-wide) and Mail Chimp (Summer Youth Enrichment Program)•Write capital campaign proposals based on prospect’s interests, relationship with TSA Harrisburg and input from Board and Cabinet members. Interact with Board members, key community leaders and donors at Steering Committee Meetings, Cabinet meetings, cultivation events and other campaign related functions.•Strategic participation in select community groups.•Keep a photo archive of events and happenings at TSA programs and community events to be used for newsletters, grant proposals, brochures, etc. •Write weekly SYE e-newsletter to send SYE parents, Advisory Board and staff detailing the highlights and successes of the students in the program. •Interface with Education Department to create SYE Showcase program book and Nutrition Education recipe book.•Write press releases for programs and events happening at TSA Harrisburg. Manage media contact list and interact with media partners.•Manage and interact with volunteers using Volgistics and Time to Sign Up. Respond to volunteer inquiries in a timely manner and provide necessary information for compliance with volunteer regulations. Recruit, coordinate and supervise volunteer bell ringers. Show less

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  Brethren Housing Association

  Feb 2018 - Mar 2021

  Director Of Development

  • Created and implemented an individual giving program designed to increase donor giving levels and provide dependable and sustainable income to fund BHA programs and services. • From Feb. 2018 through Feb. 2020, BHA welcomed 227 new supporters and recaptured 70 supporters who gave to BHA prior to Feb. 2018 but had not given in the previous 1-3 years. • Increased grant funding through new relationships and opportunities with community partners. In FY 2019-2020, BHA was approved to receive Neighborhood Assistance Program funding through DCED totaling $80,000. • Secured almost $200,000 in funding for capital projects including a single pledge of $110,000 from a local foundation partner to fully fund the renovation of 201 Hummel Street.• Created bundle sponsorship packages designed to increase sponsor’s exposure at 3 events instead of single event sponsorships. In FY 2019-2020, bundled sponsorships increased event revenue by 24%.• Managed BHA’s rebranding including the graphic designer selection, logo approvals, and the redesign and printing of all new BHA marketing materials.• Create content and oversee the design of all BHA publications including print newsletters and e-newsletters, brochures, displays, website, and annual reports.• Represent BHA at member and supporting churches, community events, networking events, etc. Use contacts to increase awareness of BHA in the greater community through property tours and visits to new churches and businesses. During 2019, BHA was the Charity of Choice for the Harrisburg Regional Chamber’s “Chamber Business Women” networking group resulting in additional volunteers and donations to BHA. • Oversee three event committees, the Outreach Committee, and coordinate BHA’s involvement in the Church of the Brethren Youth Workcamp each year. Show less

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  Nonprofit Jess

  Jul 2020 - now

  Owner

  I would love to help you achieve your fundraising goals! I provide hands-on services to help you engage supporters, increase funding, and design memorable events.

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  Elevate | Smart Grants for Powerful Social Change

  Nov 2022 - Nov 2023

  Senior Grant Writer
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  Brethren Housing Association

  Dec 2023 - now

  Director of Development