Toni Harris

Background

About Toni Harris

With 20 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and development, I am a passionate and skilled grants professional who helps organizations achieve their missions and impact their communities. I currently serve as the Senior Regional Philanthropy Officer at the American Red Cross of Illinois, where I cultivate and steward relationships with existing and prospective private foundation donors. My core competencies include prospect research, strategic planning, grant writing and solicitation, and grant stewardship. I share the Red Cross's values of compassion, collaboration, and courage, and I bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the team. In my current role, I identify, engage, and solicit private foundation donors to support the work of the Red Cross, which touches millions of lives every year and experiences the greatness of the human spirit at its best. I also manage the grant submission process, track and report on grant outcomes, and ensure timely and accurate gift acknowledgements. Some of the skills that I use and enhance in this role are attention to detail, new business development, and communication. Prior to joining the Red Cross, I founded and led Next Level Grants LLC, a consulting firm that provides comprehensive grant services to clients in various industries. I have raised more than $4M for clients through effective grant proposals, and I have an in-depth knowledge of the entire grants life cycle.