Deborah Ward

Deborah Ward is an experienced fundraising and communications professional with a strong background in non-profit organizations. Currently serving as Fundraising and Reputation Manager at Auckland City Mission since July 2019, Deborah has previously held prominent roles including GM Fundraising at Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand and Executive Director of Culture Engagement & Improvement at the Blind Foundation. Deborah's expertise spans strategy development, communications management, and relationship building, evident from successful campaigns such as the digitisation of the Blind Foundation's library. Earlier experience includes significant contributions to fundraising events and campaigns for various organizations, including Breast Cancer Research Trust, Breakthrough Breast Cancer, and media relations at TVNZ. Deborah holds a Bachelor of Commerce Studies from Auckland University of Technology and a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Auckland.