Linda E. Massaro
About Linda E. Massaro
Linda E. Massaro serves as the Senior Associate Director of Major Gifts at Yale University, a position she has held since 2022. With over 20 years of experience in educational fundraising, she has previously worked at Trinity College and currently holds a role at Quinnipiac University.
Work at Yale University
Linda E. Massaro has been serving as the Senior Associate Director of Major Gifts at Yale University since 2022. In this role, she focuses on cultivating relationships with major donors and enhancing fundraising efforts to support the university's initiatives. Her position is based in New Haven, Connecticut, where she contributes to the advancement of Yale's financial goals through strategic engagement with constituents.
Experience at Quinnipiac University
Since 2015, Linda E. Massaro has held the position of Associate Vice President and Campaign Director at Quinnipiac University. In this capacity, she oversees fundraising campaigns and strategic initiatives aimed at increasing donor engagement and financial support for the university. Her work at Quinnipiac has further solidified her expertise in educational fundraising.
Previous Role at Trinity College
Before her tenure at Quinnipiac University, Linda E. Massaro worked at Trinity College in Hartford as the Director of Leadership Giving from 2007 to 2015. In this role, she was responsible for leading fundraising efforts and managing relationships with key donors, contributing to the college's advancement initiatives over an eight-year period.
Educational Background
Linda E. Massaro completed her high school education at Lauralton Hall, earning a diploma from 1978 to 1981. She furthered her education at Northeastern University, where she studied Marketing and obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 1981 to 1986. Her educational background has provided a foundation for her career in advancement and fundraising.
Professional Expertise in Educational Fundraising
Linda E. Massaro possesses over 20 years of experience in educational fundraising, with a focus on major gifts, planned giving, and capital campaigns. Her professional background includes significant expertise in advancement within educational institutions, complemented by strong skills in strategic planning and constituent management. This extensive experience has enabled her to effectively drive fundraising efforts and engage with donors.