Susie Croft
About Susie Croft
Susie Croft serves as the Regional Manager for Save the Children UK, overseeing operations in the South West, Wales, and South Central since 2018. She leads a team dedicated to maximizing financial contributions and raising awareness through various fundraising initiatives.
Work at Save the Children
Susie Croft has served as the Regional Manager for South West, Wales, and South Central at Save the Children UK since 2018. In this role, she leads a team dedicated to maximizing financial contributions and raising awareness for the organization through various income streams, including community and corporate fundraising. Croft works closely with Save the Children’s long-term supporters to build self-sustaining communities and facilitate volunteer-led activities. She is responsible for the marketing and stewardship of organizational campaigns at the local level, ensuring that Save the Children remains central to community initiatives.
Previous Experience
Before joining Save the Children, Susie Croft worked at Together Trust as a Community and Trust Fundraising Officer from 2009 to 2011. During her time in Cheadle, Cheshire, she focused on fundraising efforts that supported the organization's mission. This experience provided her with a foundation in community engagement and fundraising strategies, which she has since applied in her current role.
Education and Expertise
Susie Croft studied at Nottingham High School for Girls before pursuing higher education at Durham University. She earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology. Her educational background contributes to her understanding of community dynamics and the psychological aspects of fundraising and support, enhancing her effectiveness in her current role at Save the Children.
Achievements in Community Fundraising
In her position at Save the Children, Susie Croft developed and implemented a national Community Fundraising strategy for a large region that includes Wales, South Central, and the South West. This strategy aims to enhance community engagement and increase financial contributions to the organization. Her leadership in this area has been integral to the success of local fundraising initiatives and community involvement.