Faye Waters
About Faye Waters
Faye Waters serves as the Community Fundraising and Engagement Manager at Save the Children UK, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in fundraising, donor stewardship, and safeguarding practices within the charity sector.
Work at Save the Children
Faye Waters has been serving as the Community Fundraising and Engagement Manager at Save the Children UK since 2018. In this role, she has focused on enhancing community engagement and fundraising efforts. Her responsibilities include developing strategies to increase donor participation and implementing best practices in fundraising. Waters has played a key role in fostering relationships with community members and organizations to support the charity's mission.
Previous Experience in Fundraising
Before joining Save the Children, Faye Waters worked at Combat Stress: The Veterans' Mental Health Charity as a Senior Fundraising Officer from 2009 to 2017. During her eight years there, she contributed to various fundraising initiatives aimed at supporting veterans. Additionally, she served as a Regional Fundraiser for The Fire Fighters Charity for eight months in 2015-2016, where she focused on securing donations and engaging with the community.
Education and Expertise
Faye Waters studied at Ashcombe School and later attended East Surrey College. Her educational background has supported her career in the charity sector, where she has developed expertise in cold acquisition, donor stewardship, and safeguarding practices. Waters is skilled in managing trading arms and e-commerce for charitable organizations, enhancing their fundraising capabilities.
Fundraising Skills and Contributions
Faye Waters has a strong background in securing donations through strategic problem-solving and effective donor engagement. She has been instrumental in creating and implementing best codes of practice within the charity sector. Her experience in safeguarding practices ensures the protection of vulnerable individuals, which is critical in the charity environment. Waters' contributions have significantly impacted fundraising campaigns and community engagement efforts.