Nathan T. Ivy
Saint Louis
Summary
Dynamic nonprofit leader with over 25 years of experience at Episcopal City Mission, driving impactful programs for disadvantaged youth. Proven expertise in fundraising and relationship building, successfully securing resources to enhance organizational sustainability. A visionary strategist, adept at fostering community coalitions and improving program outcomes through innovative initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Episcopal City Mission (ECM)
St. Louis
01.2023 - Current
- Represents the ECM ministry and its mission of “chaplaincy providing support, hope, and healing for children in the juvenile justice system” by being an advocate for youth in crisis and directing the chaplaincy resources to meet the needs of the children.
- Assumes primary leadership for fundraising activities in the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri community (the ministry’s core financial base) and in the broader philanthropic community where new resources are needed.
- Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization.
- Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations are consistent with board policies and procedures.
- Meets regularly with the Diocesan Bishop, ECM Board chair and committees to ensure optimal flow of information and effectiveness of governance and operations.
- Works with the board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach.
- Develops annual budget with the Finance Committee for board approval and administers the financial affairs of the organization, consistent with the established budget.
- Maintains close coordination of ECM activities with the Diocese and its congregations, including the system of representatives for ECM in each congregation.
- Retains primary responsibility for public relations activities of ECM, ranging from press contacts to internal publications with the assistance of the administrative assistant.
Project Director
Vision for Children atRisk
St. Louis
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Provided leadership, oversight, and supervision of all activities for Project LAUNCH staff.
- Supported the management of project contracts and $900,000 budget, and accountable for expenditures.
- Provided leadership in all facets of young child wellness efforts, including guiding the establishment of interagency collaborations with other community based, child- and family-serving agencies.
- Developed and provided ongoing staff support for the Young Child Wellness Council.
- Submitted all program data through SAMHSA’s Performance Accountability and Reporting System (SPARS) and responsible for performance reporting.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of all direct services including engagement, outreach, and referral coordination.
- Established internal project structure, participated in hiring project staff.
- Worked with the University-led valuation team on regular basis.
- Participated in the monthly calls with the Federal Project Officer.
- Attended community meetings on behalf of Project LAUNCH to build relationships, coordinate services and generate/support referrals.
Project Manager
Urban Strategies Inc.
St. Louis
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed $4.5M of a $29.5M dollar Choice Neighborhood Initiative (CNI) federal grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Assisted in the planning of all organizational strategies, for ensuring that mixed-income community families were achieving their fullest potential.
- Oversaw the coordination of community linkages to supportive services for area subsidized and senior living households; supported collaborative relationships with community stakeholders.
- Assisted with refining the implementation strategies for CNI, which supported the alignment of activities for the Near North Side’s (NNS) revitalization.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Resources Management Administration
Washington University
St. Louis, MO01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri Valley College
Marshall, MO01.1994
Skills
- Leadership Communication Management Relationship Building
- Results-driven nonprofit professional with more then 25 years of experience developing innovative programs that serve special-needs populations
- Deeply committed to improving the quality of life for those most disadvantaged
- Proven ability to provide team leadership, driving performance, program improvement and quality initiatives
- Visionary leader known for the ability to win community support, develop key coalitions, and build relationships with a shared sense of purpose
Timeline
Executive Director
Episcopal City Mission (ECM)
01.2023 - Current
Project Director
Vision for Children atRisk
01.2020 - 12.2022
Project Manager
Urban Strategies Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2019
Master of Arts - Human Resources Management Administration
Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri Valley College
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