Reaching your goals, together.
At Jan Fisher Nonprofit Advisors, you get my passion, experience and connections developed over a 25-year career in the nonprofit sector in Westchester and 13 years working at WJCS—one of Westchester’s premier multi-service nonprofit agencies.
I know the local nonprofit landscape.
From the biggest initiatives to the smallest details, I’ve been there:
- developing programs and writing grants
- overseeing and directing strategic, communications, marketing, fundraising and advocacy initiatives
- collaborating with clients, nonprofit and government agencies, elected officials, board members, volunteers and other stakeholders
I’ve done it. And I know what makes a success. Let’s work together.
To your project, I will bring:
- Expertise in Multi-Faceted Service Areas.
Throughout my career, I’ve had exposure to many service areas. This allows me to bring a wide and deep level of experience and capabilities to my clients. - Community Insight.
I know the systems, players, collaborators, and government agencies. I know the overall lay of the land and have knowledge of the the diverse communities and populations which comprise Westchester County. - Resources & Connections.
If your project is large in scope, I will access my cadre of talented partners and connections—consultants and advisors, who I bring into the project as needed. - Teammate, Collaborator & Consensus-Builder.
I have experience navigating different layers of organizations, and the ability to unify people to bring about the best result. When we work together, I’m a member of your team. I’m on your side. - Passion.
This is my life’s passion. I want to see a strong nonprofit infrastructure in Westchester, and I’m going to be a staunch advocate for you. Your work is my work.
Experience & Credentials
- Masters in Nonprofit Leadership, Fordham University
- President, Westchester County Youth Council
- Member, Board of Directors, Youth Shelter Program of Westchester
- Member, Westchester County Suicide Prevention Task Force
- Volunteer/College Coach, Yonkers Partners in Education
- Director of Public Affairs (Director of Government and Foundation Support, Grants Manager), WJCS (October 2005 – June, 2018)
Are we a good fit?
If these qualities are important to you, we may be a great fit:
- Experience.
I will bring my vast knowledge of the Westchester nonprofit community to the table. - Efficiency.
I will roll up my sleeves and dive right in. My learning curve is less than most. - Organization.
I will keep things on track, moving forward—and ride any waves with flexible-organization and determination. - Collaboration.
I will be part of your team—a thinking partner, innovator, sounding board and facilitator. - Proud Representation.
I will be a proud ambassador and advocate for your project and the work of your agency.