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Celeste A.

Grant Writer & Nonprofit Specialist | 17+ Years

With 15 years of experience in non-profits and community development, I bring a wealth of expertise to your fundraising and project management needs. My background includes: Key Skills: ✅ Donor Care and Servicing ✅ Administrative Functions ✅Proposal Writing (including government proposals) ✅Project Management ✅Public Relations ✅Marketing Professional Experience: 1. Fundraising Manager | Good Neighbors International Philippines (2021 - Present) I lead resource mobilization initiatives, managing donor accounts from bilateral agencies, international NGOs, local corporate foundations, companies, and individuals. My role involves: ✅Developing and implementing fundraising strategies ✅Writing compelling proposals ✅Managing donor relationships ✅Overseeing project execution and reporting 2. Fundraising Coordinator | Good Neighbors International Philippines (2019 - 2021) I spearheaded donor acquisition efforts, focusing on local individual donors, groups, and foundations/NGOs. This role honed my skills in: ✅Identifying potential donors ✅Crafting persuasive pitches ✅Building and maintaining donor relationships 3. Resource Mobilization Officer | ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (2008 - 2019) For over a decade, I played a crucial role in the foundation's fundraising efforts. My responsibilities included: ✅Writing and submitting project proposals ✅Managing donor accounts ✅Ensuring timely and accurate project reporting ✅Coordinating with various stakeholders 4. Administrative Expertise: Throughout my career, I've developed strong administrative skills, including: ✅Efficient document management and filing systems ✅Scheduling and coordinating meetings with donors and stakeholders ✅Preparing and presenting reports to senior management ✅Managing project timelines and budgets ✅Coordinating cross-functional teams for project implementation As a dedicated professional, I bring a results-oriented approach to every project. My experience in writing government proposals, combined with my strong administrative skills and extensive fundraising background, allows me to deliver high-quality work efficiently and effectively. I'm ready to contribute my expertise to your organization's success.

🇵🇭Caloocan, Philippines$25/hr100% JSS4.93 (7)Since Jun 2018

Earnings and projects

MRR
$979

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#49,239 / 412k
🇵🇭Country#9,234 / 56.3k
Revenue, last 30 days
$936

Last 6 months: $5.9k

World#44,806 / 412k
🇵🇭Country#9,195 / 56.3k
Total earnings
$18k

Billed in all: $18k

World#150,637 / 412k
🇵🇭Country#24,928 / 56.3k
Per project
$2k

$2k in the last 6 months

World#78,574 / 412k
🇵🇭Country#16,263 / 56.3k
Projects, last 6 months
3
0% fixed100% hourly
World#66,482 / 412k
🇵🇭Country#5,298 / 56.3k
Projects in all
9

Across 14 contracts

14% fixed86% hourly
World#212,271 / 412k
🇵🇭Country#18,392 / 56.3k

Earnings, last 30 days

$18.3k+$936 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$17.0k$17.5k$18.0k$18.5kOct 9Oct 24Nov 8

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