Danielle Ross
About Danielle Ross
Danielle Ross is the Philanthropy Manager at Four Paws, with extensive experience in fundraising and donor relations across various organizations.
Current Title: Philanthropy Manager at Four Paws
Danielle Ross is currently serving as the Philanthropy Manager at Four Paws, a position she has held since 2016. In her role, she is responsible for managing multi-country grants and developing major giving initiatives tailored to support international project needs. Danielle works closely with High Net Worth Individuals, Foundations, and Grant-giving Trusts to secure funding and build strong relationships that advance the mission of Four Paws.
Previous Roles in Fundraising and Philanthropy
Before her current role at Four Paws, Danielle Ross worked in several fundraising and philanthropic positions. She served as Major Donor Officer at Cafod in London from 2015 to 2016, and as Community Fundraising Officer at ActionAid in Johannesburg from 2014 to 2015. Earlier, she held roles at Pump Aid in London as a Fundraising and Communications Officer from 2012 to 2014, and interned minimally at Another Media and other organizations, gaining varied experience across sectors.
Work Experience Positions
Danielle Ross began her career with several work experience positions that helped build her foundation in the field. She gained brief work experience at Perc in Bozeman, Montana, USA, in 2009 and at Wirral Borough Council in the UK in 2008. These early roles provided her with a varied background and exposure to different working environments.
Education Background
Danielle Ross holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography from The University of Manchester, where she studied from 2009 to 2012. She completed her secondary education at St Mary's Catholic College from 2002 to 2009. Her academic background has provided her with a solid foundation in research, analysis, and a broad understanding of global issues.
Expertise in Philanthropy and Fundraising
Throughout her career, Danielle Ross has developed expertise in crafting compelling cases for support and writing tailored funding applications and reports. Her skills in managing grants and developing donor initiatives are evidenced by her successful tenure at Four Paws. Danielle's ability to engage with donors and stakeholders has been vital in generating financial support for the organization's projects.