Brandie Z. Rajbhandari
About Brandie Z. Rajbhandari
Brandie Z. Rajbhandari serves as the Deputy Director of Development for the Pacific Northwest at the Obama Foundation. With over a decade of experience in non-profit fundraising and communications, she has held various roles in organizations such as City Year and p:ear.
Current Role at Obama Foundation
Brandie Z. Rajbhandari serves as the Deputy Director of Development for the Pacific Northwest region at the Obama Foundation. She has held this position since 2023, working remotely from Chicago, Illinois. In her role, she focuses on development strategies that enhance fundraising efforts and community engagement within the region.
Previous Experience at City Year
Rajbhandari worked at City Year in various capacities from 2017 to 2019. Initially, she served as the Corporate Giving and Communications Manager in Jacksonville, Florida, for 11 months. She then transitioned to Chicago, where she held the position of Individual Giving and Communications Manager for one year. Her responsibilities included managing fundraising initiatives and enhancing communication strategies.
Professional Background in Non-Profit Sector
Rajbhandari has over 10 years of experience in the non-profit sector, specializing in corporate and individual fundraising, marketing, and communications. She has held significant roles, including Development Director at p:ear from 2021 to 2023 and Interim Brand Manager at United Way of the Columbia-Willamette in 2020. Her diverse experience contributes to her expertise in non-profit management.
Educational Qualifications
Brandie Z. Rajbhandari holds a Master of Science in Non-Profit Administration from Louisiana State University, where she studied from 2023 to 2025. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising from Savannah State University, completing her degree from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background supports her professional roles in development and communications.
Skills and Approach
Rajbhandari is recognized for her exceptional project management, organizational, and communication skills. She employs a creative and detailed approach to her work, emphasizing collaboration and a values-based methodology in professional settings. Her ability to engage with diverse stakeholders enhances her effectiveness in fundraising and development initiatives.