Danielle Gabriele
About Danielle Gabriele
Danielle Gabriele is an Associate Director at CCS Fundraising, where she focuses on strategy and operations for client onboarding in the Central US region. She has extensive experience in program management and recruitment, having worked in various roles across educational and community organizations.
Current Role at CCS Fundraising
Danielle Gabriele serves as an Associate Director at CCS Fundraising, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on strategy and operations, specifically overseeing client onboarding in the Central US region. Her responsibilities involve developing and implementing effective strategies to enhance client engagement and program delivery.
Previous Experience in Education and Community Service
Prior to her current role, Danielle Gabriele worked in various educational and community service positions. She was a Student Recruiter at Olivet Nazarene University from 2014 to 2017 and served as a Teacher Assistant and Resident Assistant during her time there. Additionally, she worked at Shepherd Community Center as a Fellowship from 2018 to 2019, contributing to community development initiatives in Indianapolis.
Experience in Government and Non-Profit Sectors
Danielle has experience in both government and non-profit sectors. She served as a Mayoral Fellow at the City of Chicago from 2020 to 2021, where she engaged in public service projects. Her role at the U.S. Department of Education as a 21st CCLC Grant Intern in 2019 provided her with insights into educational funding and policy. She also worked as a Housing Resource Specialist at Heartland Alliance from 2019 to 2020.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Danielle Gabriele holds a Master of Arts in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice, which she completed from 2019 to 2021. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a second major in Sociology and minors in Statistics from Olivet Nazarene University, graduating in 2018. Her educational background supports her focus on equity in programs and policies.
Core Strengths and Focus Areas
Danielle possesses top Gallup strengths, including Input, Individualization, Adaptability, Achiever, and Belief. These strengths inform her approach to fostering an equity framework in programs, policy, and practice. Her focus on equity is evident in her work across various roles, where she emphasizes inclusive strategies and community engagement.