Anne Komer
About Anne Komer
Anne Komer serves as the Development Membership Assistant at the Institute for Justice, where she has worked since 2018. She oversees the employer matching gift program and manages the cryptocurrency donation program, among other responsibilities.
Current Role at Institute for Justice
Anne Komer serves as the Development Membership Assistant at the Institute for Justice, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees the employer matching gift program, which includes marketing the program, verifying gifts for match eligibility, and coordinating software integration with Double the Donation. She also manages the cryptocurrency donation program and collaborates with the Finance team on cryptocurrency processors. Additionally, she assists in donor and prospect research and maintains the donor database.
Previous Experience in Development
Prior to her current role, Anne Komer worked at the Institute for Justice as a Development Intern from 2016 to 2018. She also held a position as a Patient Advocate at Skyline Wellness for three months in 2016. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Residential Mental Health Aide at Community Residences, Inc. from 2015 to 2016. These roles provided her with experience in donor relations and mental health advocacy.
Educational Background
Anne Komer studied at Loyola University of Chicago, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology from 2010 to 2012. She also attended Mary Washington College from 2007 to 2008. Her educational background in psychology supports her work in donor relations and mental health.
Donor Relations and Communication
In her current role, Anne Komer customizes thank you letters based on tax receipting requirements and the method of giving. She maintains and updates donors’ contact information and communication preferences, including sending email campaigns to request updated addresses. She works closely with the Donor Relations Manager and Monthly Giving Assistant to execute donor recognition plans and coordinate giving society benefits.