Frances Abele
About Frances Abele
Frances Abele is a Development Associate at Meals on Wheels America, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in historic preservation and fundraising, with previous roles at organizations such as the National Trust for Historic Preservation and Historic Athens.
Current Role at Meals on Wheels America
Frances Abele serves as a Development Associate at Meals on Wheels America, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the strategic development initiatives of the organization. Her work focuses on enhancing outreach and fundraising efforts, which are critical to supporting the mission of providing meals to those in need.
Previous Experience in Fundraising and Development
Frances Abele has a solid foundation in fundraising and development, having worked in various capacities within this field. She was a Fundraising and Development Intern at Historic Athens in 2019, where she gained experience in fundraising strategies. Additionally, she worked as a Major Gifts Fundraising & Events Intern at the National Trust for Historic Preservation, further honing her skills in major gifts fundraising and event coordination.
Educational Background in History
Frances Abele studied at the University of Georgia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Her education spanned from 2015 to 2019, providing her with a strong academic foundation that complements her professional pursuits in historic preservation and development.
Internships in Historic Preservation
Frances Abele has participated in several internships related to historic preservation. She worked as an Education Department and Visitor Services Intern at Tudor Place Historic House and Garden in 2018. Additionally, her role at the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a Development Communications Assistant further solidified her expertise in the field.
Early Work Experience
Before her current role and internships, Frances Abele gained early work experience as a Seasonal Team Member at Washington Farms in 2017. She also worked as a Front Desk Assistant at University Housing at the University of Georgia from 2018 to 2019, where she developed customer service skills and administrative experience.