Michele G. Gilfillan
About Michele G. Gilfillan
Michele G. Gilfillan serves as the Vice President of Institutional Donor Engagement at Catholic Relief Services, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a B.A. in Philosophy and Political Science from the University of Scranton and an M.A. in Nonprofit Management from Notre Dame of Maryland University, and has extensive experience in nonprofit leadership and donor engagement.
Current Role at Catholic Relief Services
Michele G. Gilfillan serves as the Vice President of Institutional Donor Engagement at Catholic Relief Services. She has held this position since 2019, focusing on building and maintaining relationships with institutional donors. Her role involves strategic planning and fundraising efforts aimed at supporting the organization's mission.
Previous Positions at Catholic Relief Services
Michele G. Gilfillan has held multiple positions at Catholic Relief Services over the years. She worked as the Director of Foundation and Corporate Engagement from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, she served as the Major Gift Officer in Charitable Giving from 2012 to 2014 and held various roles including NE Regional Program Officer and Domestic Programs Manager from 1999 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Michele G. Gilfillan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Political Science from the University of Scranton, studying from 1994 to 1998. She later obtained a Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management from Notre Dame of Maryland University, completing her studies from 2000 to 2003. Her educational background supports her expertise in strategic planning, fundraising, and program development.
Experience in Nonprofit Sector
Michele G. Gilfillan has extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, particularly in institutional donor engagement. She worked at the Institute of International Education as Assistant Director of Proposal Operations from 2008 to 2011. Her career reflects a commitment to addressing global poverty, education, and community development.
Skills and Interests
Michele G. Gilfillan possesses skills in strategic planning, fundraising, program development, and operations. She has a special interest in global poverty and education, as well as community and economic development, which informs her work and initiatives within the nonprofit sector.