Maria Magee

Maria Magee, CFRE, has a wealth of experience in the field of fundraising and development. Maria served as the Chief Development Officer for Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston from 2015 onwards, where they oversaw a budget of over $54 million and led a team of 14 staff members. In this role, they were responsible for various aspects of fundraising, including direct mail, marketing, special events, corporate and foundation giving, individual giving, and donor database management.

Prior to their role at Interfaith Ministries, Maria worked as the Vice President of Fund Development for Northwest Assistance Ministries from 2012 to 2015. Here, they managed a budget of over $10 million and supervised a team of seven staff members. Their responsibilities included direct mail, communications, volunteer management, major gifts, planned giving, and donor database management.

Maria also gained experience as the Development Director for St. Luke's Episcopal Health System in 2012, where they worked on the development of St. Luke's Hospital - The Woodlands. Maria has further experience as the Vice President of Fund Development for Northwest Assistance Ministries from 2006 to 2012, and as a Development Officer for the Alzheimer's Association, Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter from 2003 to 2006.

Maria started their career as a Senior Grants Writer for Communities In Schools Houston in 1997, where they quickly progressed through the ranks and gained experience in various fundraising and development areas.

Overall, Maria Magee's extensive work experience demonstrates their expertise in fundraising, development, and donor relationship management across a range of organizations and budget sizes.

Maria Magee, CFRE, holds an M.A. in Philosophy from the University of St. Thomas (TX), which they obtained from 1994 to 1997. In 2018, they completed a Certificate in the New Strategies Program at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, focused on social enterprise. Maria also obtained a Certificate in Non-Profit Management (with distinction) from Rice University's Leadership Institute for Non-Profit Executives, which they completed from 2008 to 2009. Maria received their undergraduate education at the University of St. Thomas (TX), earning a B.A. in English & Philosophy from 1990 to 1994. In April 2021, Maria obtained the CFRE certification from CFRE International.