Sarah Emerson
About Sarah Emerson
Sarah Emerson serves as the Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising in the Portland, Maine Area, where she has worked since 2019. She has a strong background in volunteer management and has held various roles in fundraising and development across multiple organizations, including educational institutions and non-profits focused on housing and homelessness.
Work at CCS Fundraising
Sarah Emerson has been serving as Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising since 2019. In this role, she provides strategic consulting services to clients, enhancing their fundraising capabilities. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within CCS Fundraising, including Executive Director from 2015 to 2017 and Senior Director from 2017 to 2019. Her experience at CCS Fundraising spans over five years, during which she has worked on diverse projects that support non-profit organizations.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Emerson has a solid educational background in economics, statistics, and international relations. She studied at the University of Maine, where she completed coursework in Economics and Statistics in 2005. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Peace Studies from Colgate University, obtained between 1998 and 2002. Additionally, she earned a Master of Pacific International Affairs with a focus on Environmental Policy from the University of California, San Diego, from 2009 to 2012. Her education supports her expertise in fundraising and volunteer management.
Background
Sarah Emerson has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in fundraising and development. She began her career as a Volunteer with Amnesty International in 2001, followed by positions such as Development Director at Kids Korps USA and Development Coordinator at Laudholm Trust. In 2005, she worked as a Fundraising Specialist at United Way of Eastern Maine. Her experience includes serving as On-site Campaign Director for clients like Waynflete School and Avesta Housing, showcasing her commitment to supporting educational and housing initiatives.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Sarah Emerson has been involved in significant projects that have had an impact on various organizations. She has coordinated multi-agency projects for clients such as The Nature Conservancy in New Hampshire and the Maine Historical Society. Her role in these projects demonstrates her ability to enhance fundraising efforts and support mission-driven organizations. Additionally, her strong background in volunteer management has been crucial in her work with non-profit organizations.