In the final session of our series, we’ll focus on securing long-term success and sustainability for your fundraising efforts, even if you don’t have a dedicated development and marketing team. Learn how to create strategies for donor retention, diversify your funding sources, and build a resilient fundraising infrastructure. We’ll discuss the importance of evaluating your campaigns, adapting to changing environments, and planning for future growth. This session is perfect for one to two-person teams, providing practical insights and strategies tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by new and small organizations.
Session III (a): 2:30 am to 3:30 pm
Speaker
Cynthia Cotton, CFRE
Executive Director, Osterville Village LibraryCyndy Cotton is the innovative Executive Director at the Osterville Village Library, bringing over a decade of experience in strategic fundraising, donor stewardship, and nonprofit leadership. Known for her creativity, compassion, and relationship-building skills, Cyndy has successfully transformed the library into a cultural and innovation center significantly impacting the Cape Cod community.
Cynthia’s passion for collaboration and human rights is reflected in her numerous awards, including the 2024 Church Women United Human Rights Award, the 2023 EforAll Marathon Award, and the 2022 INP’s Changemaker Award. Her resilience and creativity during the COVID-19 and work since the pandemic earned her the 2021 Massachusetts Statehouse Citation and anther in 2024 along with the Southeastern MA Red Cross Community Leader Award.
With a strong educational background, including a Certificate in Financial Success for Nonprofits from Cornell University and a Certificate in Professional Fundraising from Boston University, Cynthia is well-equipped to drive impactful fundraising strategies. She holds a B.A. in Business from Pine Manor College and has completed a certificate program for social impact executives at the Institute for Nonprofit Practice.