This workshop dives deep into the powerful connection between DEI and successful fundraising. You will learn how creating an inclusive fundraising environment that attracts a wider range of donors, inspires employee engagement, and ultimately strengthens your organization's impact (on the community.)
Meet Our Workshop Facilitators:
Andrea De Loney, MBA
Global DEI Practitioner
President & Founder
LevelUp Coaching & Consulting LLC
Andrea De Loney is a high-energy professional with 12+ years of experience leading companies through change and challenges; hands on leader with experience in working in diverse industries and a proven ability to remain focused and productive in fast paced environments. As a result of her growth as a HR professional, Andrea has cultivated a passion for engaging leaders around programs that promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
She has been instrumental in leading process improvement and efficiency projects which have yielded positive, sustainable changes within organizations around customer satisfaction and employee engagement. In her experience, Andrea has also successfully launched new programs and opportunities which enable organizations to attract, develop and retain diverse talent across various levels of leadership.
Evita Marrow, M.A., PHR
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategist
Evita Marrow is a dedicated advocate for community empowerment and equity, whose journey from her roots in Amityville, Long Island, to her current role as the inaugural, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager for Suffolk County Government, reflects her unwavering commitment to serving her community.
In her current capacity as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager, Evita focuses on developing and implementing initiatives that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion within Suffolk County Government. She believes that promoting DEI&B is essential for the advancement of Long Island as a whole. Evita is steadfast in her mission to enhance the quality of life for all Suffolk County residents.
Evita's professional journey is marked by significant milestones, including her tenure as the 311 Call Center Director, where she played a pivotal role in establishing Suffolk County Government’s inaugural 3-1-1 Call Center, providing vital and lifesaving information, services and resources to residents, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Evita has also served as the Assistant to Suffolk County’s Executive Director of Minority Affairs, where she actively engaged with constituents, elected officials and community leaders to address their needs and concerns.
Evita's academic journey reflects her commitment to community empowerment and social justice. With a master’s degree in Community and Economic Development, complemented by an advanced certificate in Community Advocacy from Empire State College, and a bachelor’s degree in Pre-Law from SUNY Old Westbury, she has fortified her foundation in effecting positive change. Further enriching her expertise, Evita holds certifications in Diversity & Inclusion from Cornell University and is a certified mediation specialist. Currently, Evita is pursuing her doctorate degree from Capella University.
Fundraisers are invited to complete this survey.
4 Question Fundraising with DEI Survey
CFRE Credits Approved
Full participation in Beyond the Bottom Line: Fundraising with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Greater Impact is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.