Caelin Weiss
About Caelin Weiss
Caelin Weiss is a Donor Engagement Manager at Amazon Watch, focusing on decolonizing fundraising and supporting Indigenous communities. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Global Studies and has extensive experience in environmental nonprofit fundraising and research.
Work at Amazon Watch
Caelin Weiss has been working at Amazon Watch since 2021, currently holding the position of Development and Partnerships Specialist. In this role, she focuses on donor engagement and fundraising efforts for environmental conservation initiatives. Her work involves supporting Indigenous leaders and communities, emphasizing the importance of decolonizing fundraising practices. Weiss utilizes her extensive background in Salesforce management to enhance donor relations and streamline fundraising processes.
Education and Expertise
Caelin Weiss earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Global Studies with minors in Anthropology and Environmental Studies from Colby College, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. She furthered her education at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, focusing on Global Studies and Anthropology, and participated in a Semester of Spanish Study Abroad in 2014. Her academic background is complemented by her professional experience in international relations and ecology, which informs her innovative and data-driven approach to fundraising.
Background
Caelin Weiss grew up on Abenaki land in Vermont. She has a diverse professional history that includes roles in research and development within academic and nonprofit settings. Prior to her current position, she worked at the Oregon Natural Desert Association as Development Coordinator from 2018 to 2021 and held research positions at Colby College and the University of Washington. Her experiences have shaped her commitment to environmental justice and Indigenous rights.
Achievements in Environmental Nonprofit Fundraising
Since 2018, Caelin Weiss has been involved in environmental nonprofit fundraising, focusing on initiatives related to Latin American studies, environmental science, and weapons of mass destruction nonproliferation. Her work has included supporting conservation efforts through creative communications and research, as well as engaging with various stakeholders to promote sustainable practices and policies.
Interests and Hobbies
In addition to her professional pursuits, Caelin Weiss enjoys painting and spending time by a river. She also engages in crossword puzzles, reflecting her interest in creative problem-solving and intellectual challenges. These hobbies contribute to her overall well-being and provide a balance to her work in the nonprofit sector.