Lynn Trojahn
About Lynn Trojahn
Lynn Trojahn serves as the Vice President of Advancement at Accion, where she has played a key role in raising over $56 million for various initiatives since 2005. She holds multiple leadership positions in community organizations and has received several awards for her contributions to fundraising and financial services.
Work at Accion
Lynn Trojahn has held the position of Vice President of Advancement at Accion New Mexico · Arizona · Colorado · Nevada · Texas since 2005. In this role, she has played a key part in raising over $56 million for various initiatives, including operational support, endowment funding, in-kind contributions, lending, and building capital. Her efforts have significantly contributed to the organization's mission of providing financial services to underserved communities.
Education and Expertise
Lynn Trojahn earned a Master of Arts (MA) in International Management from the American Graduate School of Management, where she studied from 1985 to 1986. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Relations from Colgate University, completing her studies from 1980 to 1984. Her educational background supports her expertise in advancement and fundraising within the nonprofit sector.
Achievements in Fundraising
Throughout her career, Lynn Trojahn has received several accolades for her contributions to fundraising. She was awarded the New Mexico Outstanding Fundraising Executive award in 2003 and recognized as the Small Business Administration’s Financial Services Champion of the Year for New Mexico and Region VI in 2012. Additionally, she was named a Power Broker and Rainmaker by the New Mexico Business Weekly in 2010.
Board Memberships and Community Involvement
Lynn Trojahn serves on the boards of multiple organizations, including the United Way of Central New Mexico, the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, and the Laguna Community Foundation. She is also involved with the Sofia Center and Horizons of Albuquerque’s Bosque School, as well as the Clearinghouse NMTC of California, where she holds advisory board positions.
Leadership Roles in Nonprofits
In addition to her role at Accion, Lynn Trojahn holds the position of vice-chair and development committee chair with A Network for Grateful Living. Her leadership in these organizations reflects her commitment to community service and her expertise in nonprofit development and fundraising strategies.