By Sarah Thornton | Posted: Thursday March 14, 2019
Our new Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Team, Donna and Sarah started just three days apart at the end of January.
Donna Davidson | Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Manager
Why did you come to AFC? Having worked in the not- for-profit sector for over 18 years, I have always felt comfortable working for organisations where the key driving principle of the work is to create better outcomes for people when they need it most in their lives.
What previous experience do you have? Customer service and sales was my background before coming into the not-for-profit sector. I’ve been privileged to grow and develop my fundraising experience, including managing the grant and bequest portfolios for several national not-for-profit organisations.
What do you hope to achieve? To continue the good work of my predecessors, raise funds to meet our (government) contractual shortfall and to grow our profile in the community.
What is life outside of AFC like for you? DIY with my husband Gary, and family time. A chunk of our family live in the North Island, who we try to visit as often as possible, when we’re not immersed in yet another DIY project.
Sarah Thornton | Receptionist/FMC Administrator
Why did you come to AFC? I’ve had a relationship with Anglican Family Care since I was a child, when Mum would bring us in to donate toys at Christmas. Helping children at risk has always been in my heart and to be part of the team supporting families is such a blessing.
What previous experience do you have? Admin has been in my blood for a long time, being the administrator of St Matthew’s Church for 11 years, as well as a director for the Kids Under Construction puppet team.
What do you hope to achieve? To raise the profile of AFC in the community and to engage my generation in helping families who need it most. Right now, I’m just trying to learn everyone’s names!
What is life outside of AFC like for you? Hectic. With two girls and a husband that need to be in different places and different times, life can be a bit busy. When we can, we like to pack the car with the bodyboards, head down to the beach and catch a few waves.