Jennifer Dumas

Jennifer Dumas is a seasoned professional with twenty-five years of fundraising experience. Her expertise spans across various areas in development and alumni relations at major international research universities. She excels in strategic planning, organizational restructuring, staff supervision, and budgeting.

With a strong track record in campaign planning, Jennifer has successfully managed principal and major gift fundraising, foundation relations, planned giving, annual fund, and membership programs. She specializes in individual giving and has effectively overseen volunteer management of governing, development, and alumni boards. Jennifer has a proven record of securing six, seven, and eight-figure gifts.

Jennifer Dumas is skilled in development writing, including crafting proposals, direct mail solicitations, cultivation and stewardship reports, and public relations materials. Additionally, she has developed and implemented solicitation training programs for volunteers, students, and staff.

Jennifer's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History of Art from Cornell University, College of Arts and Sciences. She also pursued studies in Art History, Criticism, and Conservation at the University of Warwick.

Throughout her career, Jennifer has held various key positions in prestigious organizations. She has previously served as Principal Gifts at the National Park Foundation, Senior Director of Development at the National Geographic Society, Major Gifts Officer at the Environmental Defense Fund, Assistant Dean for Development at the University of Maryland, Director of Development at the University of St Andrews, Development Director at New Hall - Cambridge University, Associate Director at Cornell University, and Assistant Director at Cornell University's Library Public Affairs.

Currently on a professional sabbatical, Jennifer Dumas is taking the time to evaluate her health, habits, and life goals.