Dawn Stark
Dawn Stark's impressive 19-year career in advancement began with Mustard Seed Communities, a Catholic international organization dedicated to serving society's most vulnerable populations. She has predominantly worked within school communities, both private and international. Her first major campaign was a $7.5 million project to build a new middle school building at St. Martin’s Episcopal School in Atlanta, GA, marking her entry into major gift fundraising.
In 2008, while working full time, Dawn pursued an MBA with a focus on Nonprofit Management, which complemented her professional development and led to her earning the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credentials. One of her most notable achievements was leading a $30M dollar fundraising campaign at the Cathedral of Christ the King and Christ the King School in Atlanta, GA which involved constructing a new 50,000 square foot building and renovating four existing structures on an urban campus. Dawn successfully mobilized a large volunteer base to support various fundraising initiatives, including the Annual Fund, Endowment, Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, and others.
In 2019, Dawn took a leap of faith and joined a tier-one international school in Southeast Asia, where she led a multicultural team and experienced significant professional growth. She has also consulted for nonprofits, providing leadership coaching and fundraising expertise. Recently, she obtained a coaching certificate in mindset and life coaching. She enjoys golf, Pilates and spending time with her four-legged companion, Aggie.