Maggie Mutch
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced Major Gifts professional with over four years of success in the education and nonprofit sectors, currently serving as Associate Director of Major Gifts at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy. Skilled in developing and executing comprehensive major gift strategies, managing a portfolio of 150+ high-net-worth donors, and generating more than $1.5M in annual revenue. Proven ability to increase donor retention by 30% through personalized stewardship and meaningful engagement. Brings extensive experience in fundraising, donor relations, data analysis, event coordination, and organizational planning, with a collaborative, strategic approach that advances institutional priorities and mission-driven philanthropic goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director of Major Gifts
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
Philadelphia, PA
06.2025 - Current
- Secured key contributions to close out a $6.5M+ capital campaign, leading to the renovation of the SCH Performing Arts Center.
- Developed and executed grant proposals to secure over $600,000 in funding for strategic initiatives and capital projects this past fiscal year.
- Conducts data-driven prospect research using Raiser’s Edge, Prospect Insights, and iWave to evaluate capacity, inclination, and affinity for major gift cultivation.
- Successfully manages a portfolio of over 200 high-net-worth individuals and corporations.
- Led strategic planning and execution of the Heritage Society’s planned giving marketing initiatives, aligning direct mail, stewardship communications, and gift officer follow-up to deepen legacy donor engagement and increase documented bequest commitments.
- Orchestrated donor-focused events to enhance engagement and contributions, managing timelines, vendor coordination, invitations, and guest relations.
Assistant Director of The SCH Fund
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
Philadelphia, PA
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted in the planning and execution of multi-channel annual giving campaigns, including direct mail, email, social media, and personal outreach.
- Led the coordination of SCH's annual 2025 giving day, achieving a 26% increase over last year in overall dollars raised.
- Directed the EITC and OSTC program, and achieved a 17% increase in fall funding over last year through campaign outreach and corporate partnerships.
- Revitalized the SCH Fund Leadership Committee, overseeing meeting coordination, agenda development, and strategic initiatives.
- Cultivated relationships with donors, alumni, and parents to strengthen annual fund support.
Executive Assistant to the Head of School
The Steward School
Richmond, VA
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Planned and coordinated all Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, and over fifty Board committee meetings throughout the year.
- Distributed agendas, materials, and meeting minutes for aforementioned meetings.
- Scheduled and planned board events such as new trustee orientation, Board/Faculty/Staff awards and dinner, and Annual Trustee Recognition and Social.
- Organized and coordinated weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings for senior directors and administrators.
- Prepared documents, reports, and presentations for the Head of School.
Law Clerk
Phelan Petty Trial Attorneys
Richmond, VA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Met with clients on behalf of the firm's medical malpractice and personal injury attorneys to gather facts, medical records, paperwork, and other case information.
- Updated the firm's legal case management system with new and existing client information.
- Supported the legal team by analyzing medical records, transcribing audio recordings, researching case law, and drafting briefs.
- Maintained calendars for 4-person team by updating and entering court dates, depositions, and client meetings.
Law Clerk, Capital Trial Div
S.C. Commission on Indigent Defense
Columbia, SC (Remote)
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted indigent defendants facing the death penalty through investigation and mitigation of each case.
- Provided answers to motion-related questions backed by case research on certain evidentiary matters.
- Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings, and tracking case statuses.
Account Manager
Educational Travel Adventures
Charlottesville, VA (Remote)
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked with school groups to plan and execute educational trips in major U.S. cities.
- Planned and customized group educational tours from itinerary conception to program execution.
- Ensured that deadlines related to air, business planning, payments, and registration were met.
Event Planner
Easton Events
Charlottesville, VA
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Managed and designed large-scale destination weddings for a top-rated wedding planning firm.
- Selected and worked with vendors from initial planning to post-event stages.
- Helped clients develop and manage comprehensive budgets to ensure their fiscal goals were met.
- Planned and coordinated travel and meetings for the CEO.
Education
JD - Law
Charleston School of Law
Charleston, SC05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations & Affairs
Sewanee: The University of The South
Sewanee, TN05-2016
High School Diploma -
Episcopal High School
Alexandria, VA05-2012
Skills
- Relationship building
- Major gifts
- Fundraising
- Moves management
- Solicitation strategies
- Donor database and analytics
Timeline
Associate Director of Major Gifts
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Director of The SCH Fund
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
08.2023 - 06.2025
Executive Assistant to the Head of School
The Steward School
06.2022 - 07.2023
Law Clerk
Phelan Petty Trial Attorneys
08.2021 - 06.2022
Law Clerk, Capital Trial Div
S.C. Commission on Indigent Defense
05.2020 - 08.2020
Account Manager
Educational Travel Adventures
08.2017 - 05.2018
Event Planner
Easton Events
02.2017 - 08.2017
JD - Law
Charleston School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations & Affairs
Sewanee: The University of The South
High School Diploma -
Episcopal High School