Mark Dawson

Mark Dawson is a skilled fundraising professional with a rich background encompassing trustee and executive roles.

He has a proven history of fundraising success for various renowned organizations in areas such as arts, education, environment, research, policy, and international affairs.

His expertise includes building new development programs, cultivating relationships, staffing boards of directors, and managing fundraising events.

Mark has a strong track record of leading multi-million dollar development programs and securing significant seven- and eight-figure gifts.

His educational background includes a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary, a Master of Arts in Arts Administration from Conservatory of Music-University of Cincinnati, and a B.G.S in English from Wartburg College.

Mark Dawson has held key positions in esteemed organizations including Director of Development at Jacobs School of Engineering (University of California, San Diego), Deputy Director for Philanthropy at Museum of Photographic Arts, Endowment & Planned Giving Officer at Colburn School, Director of Development & Community Outreach at Friends of the Truman Foundation, Director, Capital Gifts at Peninsula Open Space Trust, Director, Partnerships & Resources at KickStart International, Director, International Program Development at RAND Corporation, Director, Visual Arts Foundation at School of Visual Arts, and Director of Major Gifts and Staff Writer/Editor at International Rescue Committee.