Amanda Garry Aliperta

Amanda Garry Aliperta is a seasoned nonprofit development professional who transitioned to become a nonprofit consultant and small business owner, excelling in exceeding fundraising goals, enhancing donor engagement, and broadening revenue streams.

She is dedicated to empowering historically marginalized communities, overcoming nonprofit funding challenges, advocating for lesser-known nonprofits undertaking commendable work, and fostering fair power dynamics between funders and nonprofit organizations.

Amanda's areas of expertise encompass development strategy, grant writing and research, corporate and foundation relations, board engagement, donor relations, and event management, with a diverse range of clients including higher education institutions, grassroots community organizations, cultural institutions, youth development organizations, and emerging nonprofits.

Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and Theatre from Marquette University, certifications in Nonprofit Management from Alverno College and Future Milwaukee from Marquette University, and additional studies in Theatre at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Throughout her career, Amanda has held various roles including Founder & Principal at Momentum Nonprofit Strategies, Development Director and Institutional Support Manager at Safe & Sound, Inc., Senior Marketing and Community Partners Specialist at United Performing Arts Fund, and Donor Relations Officer at Marquette University.

She has also contributed as a Corporate Events Director at the American Heart Association, Development Associate at the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin, and Resident Artist at Skylight Opera Theatre, showcasing her versatility in the nonprofit and arts sectors.