Carson Oakes
About Carson Oakes
Carson Oakes is a Senior Account Executive at Double the Donation, where he has worked since 2022. With a background in nonprofit support and fundraising strategies, he specializes in enhancing the capabilities of organizations through corporate matching gift programs.
Current Role at Double the Donation
Carson Oakes currently serves as a Senior Account Executive at Double the Donation, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on providing tools and resources to nonprofits, enhancing their fundraising capabilities. He specializes in helping organizations increase their fundraising through corporate employee matching gift and volunteer grant programs. His work aims to simplify the corporate matching process for employees, enabling nonprofits to access more funding.
Previous Experience at Double the Donation
Prior to his current position, Carson Oakes worked at Double the Donation as an Account Executive from 2019 to 2022. During his three years in this role, he contributed to the organization’s mission of supporting nonprofits in their fundraising efforts. His experience at Double the Donation laid the foundation for his current responsibilities, allowing him to deepen his understanding of nonprofit fundraising strategies.
Educational Background at Berry College
Carson Oakes studied at Berry College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Management from 2015 to 2019. His education provided him with a solid foundation in business principles and marketing strategies, which he applies in his professional roles. The skills acquired during his studies have been instrumental in his work with nonprofits and corporate fundraising initiatives.
Community Engagement and Outreach Experience
Carson Oakes has a diverse background in community engagement and outreach. He served as a Community Outreach Coordinator for the Community Foundation for Greater Rome from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he held roles such as a Bonner Scholars Class Representative at Berry College and an Academic Mentor at the Boys & Girls Club of Georgia. These experiences have equipped him with insights into the challenges nonprofits face and the importance of effective communication in community service.
Internship and Early Career Roles
In the early stages of his career, Carson Oakes gained valuable experience through various internships and roles. He worked as a Community Outreach Intern at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee in 2018 and as a Communications Intern at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County in 2016. These positions provided him with practical skills in outreach and communications, further enhancing his ability to support nonprofit organizations in their fundraising efforts.