Cristina Keefe
About Cristina Keefe
Cristina Keefe serves as Vice President at CCS Fundraising, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in management and fundraising, she has held various roles in organizations focused on development and support, while also actively mentoring colleagues and leading diversity initiatives.
Work at CCS Fundraising
Cristina Keefe has held the position of Vice President at CCS Fundraising since 2021. Her role involves overseeing various initiatives and contributing to the strategic direction of the organization. Prior to her current position, she served as Senior Director from 2019 to 2021 and as Executive Director from 2018 to 2019. In addition to her leadership roles, she co-chairs the CCS Working Parents Committee, which addresses the needs of working parents within the organization. Cristina also chairs the CCS DEI Internal Enhancements Committee, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Cristina Keefe earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Wake Forest University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with academic honors from the University of California, Los Angeles - The Anderson School of Management. Her academic background supports her expertise in strategic consulting and organizational development, which she has applied throughout her career.
Background
Cristina Keefe has a diverse professional background in fundraising and development. She began her career as a Development Associate at UCLA Medical Sciences Development from 2008 to 2010. She then worked at International Medical Corps in various roles, including Manager of Events and Volunteer Fundraising and Resource Development Officer for Events and Donor Relations. From 2015 to 2018, she served as a Strategy Consultant for the Johnson & Johnson Management Fellows Program at UCLA Anderson School of Management.
Achievements
Cristina Keefe has been involved in designing planned giving programs for notable institutions, including the Holocaust Museum LA and the San Diego Museum of Art. Her contributions to these initiatives reflect her commitment to enhancing fundraising strategies and supporting cultural institutions. Additionally, she actively mentors colleagues at CCS Fundraising, fostering professional development and growth within the organization.