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Brock Lachapelle

@brocklachapelle

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Grant writer and fundraising professional translating research into compelling, mission-driven outcomes.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a mission-driven team where I can grow grant writing and donor engagement, using data and clear storytelling to win funding—while collaborating closely and delivering detail-oriented execution.

I’m a development and communications professional with a strong background in nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, and donor engagement. I translate research into clear, compelling supporter communications and impact narratives that help mission-driven organizations move forward.

In my recent work, I produced development-focused briefs and reports for nonprofit and academic audiences as a Research Analyst Intern at the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems. I also supported grant proposal frameworks through stakeholder interviews and data analysis, bringing both structure and narrative to the process.

My graduate-level capstone work at the Biddeford Food Pantry focused on food insecurity relief and grant proposal development, resulting in a successful proposal for infrastructure improvements (refrigeration). I developed impact narratives, proposed budgets, and capacity-building rationale while aligning funding strategy with organizational goals.

I bring additional operational strengths from years of hospitality leadership and current Owner & Operator experience—managing finances, scheduling, client relations, and communications. With training in public policy, community development, and sustainable food systems, I’m energized by Maine’s cultural heritage and committed to advancing mission-driven work through creativity, collaboration, and detail-oriented execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Bartender & Line Cook

Current

Lone Pine Brewery

Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Delivered consistent guest service and supported safe food preparation in a high-volume environment. Assisted with food service operations and helped support community beer events.

Bartending Food Safety Guest Service event support Bar Operations

Current

Owner & Operator

Current

The Window Washing Company

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Directed business operations including marketing outreach, scheduling, and client relations while managing finances. Created written communications and promotional content to support customer acquisition and retention.

Marketing Outreach Client Relations Scheduling Record keeping Microsoft Office Canva Google Workspace

Research Analyst Intern

Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems

May 2023 - Jan 2024 (8 months)

Produced research reports and development-focused briefs for nonprofit and academic audiences, supporting grant proposal frameworks. Conducted stakeholder interviews and delivered data analysis and public-facing narrative content.

Reporting Data Analysis Narrative Writing Public Facing Content

Head Line Cook

Truffle Pig Restaurant

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)

Supervised kitchen staff and enforced food safety and health code compliance. Managed food ordering and coordinated service for large guest events.

Kitchen Supervision Food Safety Compliance Health Code Standards Event Coordination Operational Readiness

Assistant Bar Manager

Rex's American Grill & Bar

Sep 2018 - Jun 2020 (1 year 9 months)

Coordinated staff scheduling and managed bar inventory and ordering. Oversaw fundraising nights and seasonal events while liaising with community partners.

Staff Scheduling Inventory Management Bar Ordering Customer Service Alcohol Service Compliance

Bar Manager

Brick Italian Restaurant

Nov 2016 - Sep 2018 (1 year 10 months)

Led daily front-of-house operations and managed vendor relationships. Designed and executed seasonal menus and events, supporting promotional efforts to drive guest engagement.

Vendor Management Event Execution Guest Relations Team Leadership

Bartender (T-Bar)

T-Bar at Steamboat

Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)

Provided high-quality guest service in a fast-paced après-ski bar environment. Supported consistent beverage service during seasonal operations.

Bartending Guest Service Fast Paced Seasonal Operations Customer Experience

Bartender

Sunpie's Bistro

Jan 2008 - Jan 2015 (7 years)

Supported seasonal event planning and delivered high-volume guest service during peak periods. Helped maintain smooth operations throughout summer service.

Bartending Guest Service Operational Support Team Collaboration

Assistant Maintenance Manager

ResortQuest Property Management

Jan 2007 - Jan 2010 (3 years)

Led property scheduling and coordinated events to support guest needs. Managed guest relations while coordinating day-to-day operational logistics.

Scheduling Event Coordination Guest Relations Operations Coordination Logistics Team Coordination

Graduate-Level Grant Writer

Biddeford Food Pantry

Wrote a successful grant proposal for infrastructure improvements, developing impact narratives and a supporting budget. Coordinated with pantry leadership to align the funding strategy with organizational goals.

Grant writing Impact Narratives budget development Capacity Building

Volunteer - Sustainability Events

Bear Park Permaculture Center

Facilitated educational events and supported volunteer-led sustainability programming. Helped coordinate community learning opportunities focused on sustainable practices.

Facilitation Sustainability Education Volunteer Led Programming Community Engagement event support

Volunteer - Food Pantry Support

Biddeford Food Pantry

Supported food distribution and community outreach activities for the pantry. Assisted with volunteer efforts to help maintain smooth operations during service and outreach.

Community Outreach Volunteer Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Arizona State University

Master of Science, Sustainability (Sustainable Food Systems)

Activities and societies: Capstone: Food insecurity relief strategy and grant proposal development for Biddeford, ME; directed by Dr. Kathleen Merrigan.

M.S. in Sustainability with a focus on Sustainable Food Systems. Capstone work involved developing a food insecurity relief strategy and a grant proposal for Biddeford, ME.

Colorado Mountain College

Bachelor of Applied Science, Business Leadership and Management

B.A.S. in Business Leadership and Management from Colorado Mountain College.

Colorado Mountain College

Associate of Applied Science, Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management

A.A.S. in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management from Colorado Mountain College. Emphasis included budgeting, compliance, cost control, and team supervision.