Darian Bennett
About Darian Bennett
Darian Bennett is a Grant and Contract Administrator currently employed at The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. With a background in client services and philanthropy, Bennett has held various roles in organizations such as Partnerships With Industry and Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego.
Current Role at Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
Darian Bennett serves as the Grant and Contract Administrator at The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, a position held since 2022. In this role, Bennett collaborates with the Data & Evaluation Manager to ensure accurate and timely reporting for the organization's supporters. Bennett plays a key role in maintaining a cohesive reporting system for Legal Aid's funding, which includes contributions from Cuyahoga County and the Ohio Attorney General. The use of software such as Raiser's Edge, MIP, and LegalServer is integral to enhancing reporting accuracy and efficiency.
Previous Experience in Client Services and Philanthropy
Prior to joining The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, Bennett held various positions in the Greater San Diego Area. From 2017 to 2018, Bennett worked at Partnerships With Industry as a Client Service Coordinator. Following this role, Bennett served as the Development Manager at the same organization from 2018 to 2019. Bennett also worked at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego as the Corporate and Community Philanthropy Officer from 2020 to 2021. These roles contributed to Bennett's expertise in client services and philanthropy.
Educational Background in Philosophy
Darian Bennett studied at Kent State University, where a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Philosophy was achieved from 2012 to 2017. This five-year academic journey provided Bennett with a strong foundation in critical thinking and analytical skills. Prior education includes attendance at Gallia Academy High School from 2010 to 2012.
Early Career and Internships
Bennett's early career includes a role as a Summer Assessment Specialist at Hattie Larlham in 2016, where Bennett worked for two months. In 2017, Bennett also completed a four-month internship as a Special Events Intern at Hattie Larlham. Additionally, Bennett served as an Editorial Assistant at Kent State University's Student Accessibility Services from 2015 to 2017, gaining valuable experience in support services.