Development Associate at American Jewish World Service
Greater New York City Area
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- Development Associate at American Jewish World Service
- M.S. Candidate in Fundraising at New York University
- Past
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- Membership/Development Intern at Rubin Museum of Art
- Designer at Actions Designed
- Outreach Manager at Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC
- Director of Public Relations at La Unidad Latina Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Inc.
- Manager at NYCharities.org
- Education
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- New York University
- State University of New York at New Paltz
- Montgomery High School
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James Jacobsen’s Summary
Development professional with background working with small to large nonprofits in fund raising, events and volunteer management. Expert in many forms of technology including database management and web research.
James Jacobsen’s Specialties:
Development, technology, membership, events, volunteer management and partnership building.
James Jacobsen’s Experience
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Development Associate
American Jewish World Service
(Non-Profit; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
August 2009 — Present (5 months)
• Acts as primary liaison with corporations to verify matching gifts and to ensure timely processing of matching gift applications, including online matching gifts
• Coordinates and monitors the approval process on all grant agreements with relevant program director(s), finance and senior staff to ensure proper signoff.
• Maintains files of all executed grant agreements.
• Sorts donations based on fund purpose in accordance with donor instructions.
• Prepares and makes electronic deposits in collaboration with the finance department.
• Prepares check deposits.
• Assists the data entry team with donation processing. -
M.S. Candidate in Fundraising
New York University
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
2008 — Present (1 year )
The need for highly trained, creative, and thoughtful professionals in fundraising and grantmaking for the nonprofit sector has never been greater. In response, the Heyman Center has expanded its master's program to offer advanced opportunities for professional growth and training in fundraising and grantmaking. The M.S. degree provides an opportunity for current and aspiring fundraising professionals, foundation staff members and individual donors to hone their skills in New York City, one of the world’s most vibrant philanthropic communities. Through a timely curriculum of scholarly and practical coursework, students explore the history, philosophy, and fundamentals of fundraising, strategies for effective giving, grant evaluation, legal and ethical issues, and more.
The Heyman Center’s program responds to an urgent need for well-rounded professionals in the U.S. and globally. Through class assignments, research experience, and a final project, you learn from our faculty of distinguished leaders in the field. The Center further enriches your studies with notable guest lecturers from the business world and private foundations who share their valuable expertise and are available to give advice on career paths and opportunities. -
Membership/Development Intern
Rubin Museum of Art
(Non-Profit; Museums and Institutions industry)
May 2009 — July 2009 (3 months)
Work with the Membership Manager and Coordinator on RMA’s membership program as well as the development department. Duties included:
• Data maintenance
• Member correspondence
• Mailings
• Research
• Assistance in membership events -
Designer
Actions Designed
(Design industry)
2008 — July 2009 (1 year )
(8/1/09- Currently not designing until further notice)Freelancer providing low to no cost design work to nonprofits. Examples of organizations I've worked with include:
NYCharities.org
SAFER (Students Active for Ending Rape)
Younger Women's Task Force (YWTF)
Womens City Club of NY
Actions for Women -
Outreach Manager
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC
(Non-Profit; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
February 2008 — January 2009 (1 year )
• Created and maintained numerous partnerships that assisted in creating over 400 match relationships.
• Assisted in all aspects of planning events, from conception to execution.
• Oversaw all social networking, and monitored various online giving portals.
• Conducted orientations for individuals interested in mentoring. -
Director of Public Relations
La Unidad Latina Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Inc.
(Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
2008 — 2009 (1 year )
La Unidad Latina is a fraternal service organization aimed at uniting men in brotherhood in order to serve the community. Our organization extends to the campuses of over 66 prominent undergraduate institutions and 13 alumni/graduate entities in most major American cities.
La Unidad Latina believes in a diverse membership, a commitment to academic excellence and a proactive vision towards raising awareness about the Latino culture and history. -
Manager
NYCharities.org
(Philanthropy industry)
July 2006 — February 2008 (1 year 8 months)
• Worked directly with the President, overseeing the daily operation of this E-philanthropy nonprofit website.
• Analyzed and corrected reports for over a million dollars in transactions monthly.
• Coordinated and participated in numerous campaigns, such as The New York Times Neediest Cases Fund telephone and online giving system.
• Assisted in grant writing and the acquisition of funding to continue the organizations mission.
• Perform daily duties that include web based graphic design and the creation of online presentations.
James Jacobsen’s Education
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New York University
MS , Fundraising , 2008 — 2010 (expected)
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State University of New York at New Paltz
BS , Black Studies , 2001 — 2006
- Activities and Societies:
- La Unidad Latina, Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Inc.
United Greek Association
Student Association
RPM
Latino Cultural Center
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Montgomery High School
High School Diploma , 2001
Additional Information
James Jacobsen’s Websites:
James Jacobsen’s Groups:
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La Unidad Latina, Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Inc. -
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State University of New York at New Paltz Alumni -
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC - The Young Professionals Committee -
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
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