Teal Peabody

Nonprofit development and fundraising leader with 16 years of combined professional and volunteer nonprofit experience. Proven record generating $115,000 in annual sponsorship revenue and more than $300,000 in annual fundraising, leading large-scale community events, cultivating donors and partners, managing volunteers, and supporting grant programs. Known for pairing strong relationship-building with organized execution and measurable results.

Secretary at Never Alone Foundation (Present)

• Provide 12 years of sustained board leadership for a nonprofit that awards financial grants to families pursuing international adoption.
• Support fundraising strategy, donor engagement, organizational governance, and two grant-award cycles each year.
• Help plan and execute the annual Never Alone Family Ball at The Broadmoor, a signature fundraising and community event.
• Build lasting relationships with donors, supporters, volunteers, and community partners to expand resources available to adoptive families.

Senior Development Manager at Alzheimer's Association

• Generated approximately $115,000 in annual sponsorship revenue and more than $300,000 in total annual fundraising for the Walk to End Alzheimer's.
• Directed strategy, planning, and execution for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, aligning fundraising, sponsorship, volunteer, and community-engagement efforts.
• Cultivated and sustained relationships with sponsors, donors, community leaders, volunteers, and partner organizations to expand participation and organizational reach.
• Recruited, guided, and motivated volunteer leaders and teams to achieve event, revenue, and awareness goals.

Life Enrichment Coordinator at MorningStar Senior Living

• Planned and led social, recreational, physical, and educational programming that enriched residents' quality of life and strengthened community connection.
• Recruited and coordinated volunteers and built trusted relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners.
• Produced resident and family communications, including newsletters and activity calendars, and coordinated community outings and special events.
• Managed staff schedules and day-to-day program logistics to support consistent, high-quality operations.

Kids Activities Supervisor at Life Time Fitness

• Supervised staff and delivered safe, engaging children's programming in a high-volume fitness and recreation environment.
• Conducted employee evaluations and maintained strong communication with families, team members, and leadership.

Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist at Scripps La Jolla

• Guided patients through individualized cardiac rehabilitation programs focused on recovery, cardiovascular health, and improved quality of life.
• Provided compassionate education and counseling on lifestyle changes, risk-factor management, and long-term wellness.
• Translated complex health information into clear, practical guidance while building supportive patient relationships.

Master's Degree – Western Michigan University

Bachelor's Degree – Fort Lewis College