Allyson Karina Reaves
About Allyson Karina Reaves
Allyson Karina Reaves serves as the Senior Vice President at CCS Fundraising, where she has worked since 2018. With a 19-year career in strategic philanthropy, she focuses on empowering communities through innovative project design and impact measurement.
Current Role at CCS Fundraising
Allyson Karina Reaves serves as Senior Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on strategic initiatives that enhance the organization's philanthropic impact. Prior to this, she held various positions within CCS Fundraising, including Corporate Vice President and Vice President, contributing to the organization's growth and development in the philanthropic sector.
Career Background in Philanthropy
Reaves has a 19-year career in strategic philanthropy, working across North America and Europe. Her experience includes roles at notable organizations such as Community Foundations of Canada, where she served as Program Manager, and the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina as Grants and Endowment Administrator. She has directed initiatives like the Transatlantic Community Foundation Network, focusing on project development strategies.
Educational Background
Allyson Reaves studied at Clemson University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language and International Trade. She furthered her education at Boston University, obtaining a Master of Science in Arts Administration. This educational foundation supports her expertise in strategic philanthropy and community development.
Venture Philanthropy Model Development
Reaves built a venture philanthropy model for one of the largest foundations in Italy. This initiative established an innovative method for impact measurement and scalable project design, demonstrating her ability to integrate strategic thinking with practical applications in philanthropy.
Previous Experience at CCS Fundraising
Throughout her career at CCS Fundraising, Reaves has held multiple positions, including Associate Director, Associate Vice President, and Executive Director. Her tenure at the organization has been marked by a focus on empowering communities and enhancing philanthropic strategies.