Fundraising Client Manager and Writer
Senior Fundraising Client Manager & Writer
Assistant Marketing Manager & Client Coordinator
Client Manager
President & Creative Director
Fundraising Client Manager and Writer
Brandy brings over 20 years of experience in providing effective communication services across various industries. She wrote client newsletters while working for the consulting firm Cap Gemini Ernst & Young. At Covenant House California, she was responsible for website, fundraising, and annual report content. Brandy has also developed marketing and advertisement materials as a real estate agent. Her passion for writing is driven by a love of capturing voice and tone. Brandy was also one of the founding board members of the Murrieta Arts Council in Murrieta, California. At Impact, she is thrilled to be working with the Center for Science in the Public Interest, DC Bar Pro Bono Center, JSSA, National Wildlife Federation and WWF.
With Impact since: 2022
Ask her about: Raising children with food allergies, tips for successful homeschooling, anything real estate, and all things YA Fantasy and Sci Fi.
Senior Fundraising Client Manager & Writer
Jamie joined the Impact team in March of 2020, after four and a half years as the Marketing and Development Manager for E.L. Haynes Public Charter School in Northwest, DC. In that role, Jamie managed the school’s fundraising and marketing, social media platforms, website, special events, and more. Jamie also provided non-profit event management services while working worked at The Webster Group. Since joining Impact, Jamie has developed strategy and written fundraising communications for Impact’s clients including Howard University, the Alzheimer’s Association, the Jane Goodall Institute, MADRE, and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
With Impact since: March 2020
Ask her about: Copywriting, social media, Canva, book recommendations, and the University of Michigan (Go Blue!).
Assistant Marketing Manager & Client Coordinator
Kim joined the Impact team in April of 2019, after 16 years of working on the list rental side of the direct marketing industry in New York. Kim manages Impact’s website, blog and social media, and prepares marketing proposals and promotional campaigns. Kim serves as client coordinator for several Impact clients including American Kidney Fund, Howard University, Prosperity Now, The NEA Foundation, and Sonoma Land Trust.
With Impact since: 2019
Ask her about: Direct mail list rentals, playing bingo, being a recent transplant to the DC area, her beautiful daughter, and her profound love of Olive Garden.
Client Manager
Heather has more than 20 years of experience in fundraising operations and communications. She served as Director, Membership Engagement at the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, and Director, Development/Major and Planned Gifts for the National Hospice Foundation from 2009 to 2016. At Impact, she specializes in planned giving and supports clients, including Conservation International, EMILY’s List, and People For the American Way.
With Impact since: 2017
Ask her about: Planned giving, Vermont, UpCycle in Alexandria, VA, her favorite outdoor spots, and her kids.
Creative Director & CEO
Kathy has worked in the direct marketing and fundraising fields for 30 years. She has had outstanding success in helping organizations improve their fundraising results by telling their unique stories. In the 20+ years since Impact was founded, she has had the honor of helping to advance the missions of more than 300 nonprofit organizations.
With Impact since: 1998 (Founder)
Ask her about: The history of Impact Communications, literally anything about fundraising, her leadership of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, the National Democratic Club and WNBA basketball.