Dawne Alvarado

Dawne Alvarado currently serves as the Director of Philanthropy at Food Bank For New York City, where the focus is on creativity and storytelling to enhance donor engagement. Prior experience includes roles in Partnership Development at Canine Companions for Independence and Director of Major Gifts at Hofstra University, managing high-level prospect portfolios and securing vital resources. Additionally, operational oversight for development teams was provided as Director of Development Operations at Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services. Earlier positions encompass National Events Director at Alzheimer's Foundation of America, Deputy Director of Development at The Legal Aid Society of NYC, Major Gifts Officer at United Way, and Capital Campaign Consultant at YMCA of Greater New York. Dawne began professional experience as Associate Director of Development at The New York Foundling and Events Associate at American Cancer Society. Education includes a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Queens College.