University science and research complexes, a community park, a veterans' center, and an arts center. Different scales — one disciplined approach to funding the building.
B.S. Recreation Administration & M.S. Leisure Behavior — University of Illinois · 35 years in fundraising and donor engagement · Senior Director of Development, Engineering, Oregon State University
On every one of these, Anne led or supported the strategic fundraising and donor engagement planning — and worked face to face with individuals and families on the major and principal gifts that made the building possible.
The largest academic building on campus when it opened, and the cornerstone facility of the billion-dollar Campaign for OSU — funded in part by a $25M private matching-funds initiative to state bonds, with roughly 2,600 donors.
A $213 million advanced-research complex — the first all-mass-timber experimental research laboratory in the country, built to house an AI supercomputer — anchored by two $50 million lead gifts.
An $8.5 million reimagining of the park as a true community gathering place, anchored by a $2 million anonymous lead gift alongside city and state support.
Oregon State's home for student veterans and military families — a community space named for Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Noble Holcomb, and home to the services that support service members, veterans, and their families.
The Arts Center's expansion into an adjacent building on Madison Avenue — a multi-year renovation that will widen access to arts education and programming.
Whatever you are building — a facility, a program, or the team behind both — it starts with a conversation. Begin with a complimentary executive strategy session.
The projects shown include university science and research facilities, a veterans’ center, a community park, and an arts center. Each example identifies the project and Anne’s role.
Her responsibilities vary by project and include campaign planning and donor engagement, with major and principal gift fundraising. Read the individual role descriptions alongside each project’s budget and funding information.
Yes. Empowered Fundraiser Consulting specializes in campaign counsel for third spaces, including arts centers, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities.
