Danielle Crawford
About Danielle Crawford
Danielle Crawford serves as the Director of Evaluation and Learning at United Way of Greater Cleveland, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in program analysis and community investments, with previous roles at The Skillman Foundation and other organizations.
Work at United Way of Greater Cleveland
Danielle Crawford has been serving as the Director of Evaluation and Learning at United Way of Greater Cleveland since 2021. In this role, she has contributed to the strategic planning process by integrating data-driven insights. She has developed and implemented evaluation frameworks to measure the impact of community programs. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Associate Director of Community Investments at the same organization from 2019. Her work has involved collaboration with local stakeholders to enhance community engagement and program effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Sector
Before joining United Way of Greater Cleveland, Danielle Crawford held several positions in the nonprofit sector. She worked at The Skillman Foundation as a Senior Program Analyst from 2013 to 2015 and then as a Grants Manager from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Public Policy Fellow at the Council of Michigan Foundations from 2012 to 2013. Her experience also includes roles at Living Cities and Surdna Foundation, where she focused on community revitalization and administrative support.
Education and Expertise
Danielle Crawford holds a Master of Arts in Teaching and Education from Bard College, which she completed from 2008 to 2011. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Classical Archaeology from the University of Michigan between 2002 and 2006. Her educational background supports her expertise in evaluation practices, community investments, and program development within the nonprofit sector.
Facilitation and Training Experience
Danielle Crawford has facilitated workshops and training sessions focused on effective evaluation practices for nonprofit organizations. This experience highlights her commitment to enhancing the skills of others in the sector and improving overall program effectiveness through targeted training.
Community Impact Contributions
At United Way of Greater Cleveland, Danielle Crawford has authored reports on the outcomes of community investment initiatives. These reports serve to inform future funding decisions and reflect her role in measuring and communicating the impact of community programs.