I believe in the power of public service and philanthropy to improve the world. The nonprofit sector is addressing important needs within our community, and I have noticed how things are changing with a new generation and an evolving economy.

My ongoing education, professional certification, and local involvement have inspired Bonwich Creative, which provides professional fundraising and marketing support to the organizations and donors that make Bloomington a uniquely special place to live.

Credentials

  • CFRE International
    Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)

    Indiana University
    Nonprofit Executive Leadership (CNEL)

    Fund Raising Management (CFRM)

    DePauw University
    Bachelor of Arts, Studio Art & Environmental Geoscience

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  • Buskirk-Chumley Theater
    Philanthropy Director
    Mar 2020-Jun 2024

    Effectively created and implemented annual fundraising strategies and secured imperative funding to recover from the COVID-19 shutdown.

    Friends of Lake Monroe
    Founding Board Member & Secretary
    Feb 2017-Feb 2020

    Spearheaded the incorporation of 503(C)(3) nonprofit organization, providing access to federal funds and fostering organizational growth.

    Conservation Law Center
    Development Director
    Sep 2015-Mar 2020

    Instigated a strategic rebrand and marketing strategy, which increased community engagement, cultivated relationships with statewide media outlets, and influenced legislative policy changes to Indiana's water infrastructure.

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  • Buskirk-Chumley Theater
    Philanthropy Director
    Mar 2020-Jun 2024

    Established a multi-year collaborative relationship with Indiana University graduate students to provide practical experience and engage volunteers in fund development.

    Toastmasters International
    VP Education & Sergeant at Arms
    Jul 2021-Present

    Orchestrated the seamless technical setup for weekly meetings and curated personalized agendas to empower 20 local and virtual members to achieve their unique personal and professional aspirations.

    Conservation Law Center
    Development Director
    Sep 2015-Mar 2020

    Prepared detailed financial reports and institutional policies for the Board of Directors and supervised the Office Manager on day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, reconciliation, tax filing, and financial audits.

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  • 100+ Women Who Care

    Association of Fundraising Professionals, Indiana Chapter

    Bloomington Development Director Networking Group

    Bloomington Good Morning Toastmasters Club

    Bloomington Neighbors and Newcomers Club

    CFRE International

  • Cloud-Based Software
    G-Suite, Microsoft Office, Spektrix, Canva, Monday

    Adobe Creative Cloud
    Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

    Toastmasters International
    Certificates in Competent Communication and Competent Leadership

    Nonprofit Tech for Good
    Certificate in Social Media Marketing and Fundraising

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