Julie lozano
@julielozano
Nonprofit development leader driving grant revenue and equitable program growth.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a strategic nonprofit development professional with 14+ years of experience in grant writing, institutional fundraising, and program development focused on health equity, arts, education, and social impact sectors.
I have secured six-figure and multi-year grants, led fundraising strategies that increased unearned revenue by 259% and individual/corporate contributions by 103%, and independently generated $100,000+ in funding through freelance grant work.
I combine data-informed storytelling, bioethics frameworks, and culturally grounded practices to design inclusive programs, cultivate donor relationships, and streamline proposal processes that deliver measurable impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Administrative & Content Support Specialist
Reimagining DEIB
Apr 2025 - Present (11 months)
Lead webinar series production and conduct prospect research and media analysis to support DEIB initiatives; streamlined operations including RFP support and pitch deck development to drive partnerships and growth.
Fractional Director of Development
Prospera Institute
Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Spearhead development and fundraising strategies for racial health equity programs, designing culturally informed initiatives and engaging stakeholders to improve healthcare access for Latino and BIPOC communities.
Freelance Grant Writer
Freelance
Mar 2018 - Present (8 years)
Developed and submitted 15+ grant proposals for artists and nonprofits, securing over $100,000 and delivering multiple $20,000 applications under tight deadlines through streamlined processes.
Director of Development
Brooklyn Music School
Sep 2022 - Sep 2024 (2 years)
Secured over $150,000 in foundation grants and increased unearned revenue by 259% while growing individual and corporate contributions by 103% through comprehensive fundraising strategies and donor portfolio management.
Business Development Associate
Business Outreach Center Network
Aug 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year)
Collaborated on grant writing and strategic initiatives to secure recurring funding, drafted impact narratives, and planned business training and networking events to support program development.
Culinary Instructor
Harlem Children’s Zone
Jun 2020 - Dec 2020 (6 months)
Designed and implemented a culinary career-readiness curriculum for high school students, securing local partnerships and increasing program participation by 40%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The New School
Specialization, Fundraising and Development
Completed fundraising and development specialization and coursework related to nonprofit fundraising and development.
University of California, Davis
Certificate, Environmental Policy and Sustainability Systems
Completed a Certificate in Environmental Policy and Sustainability Systems Management with focus on resource equity and public policy.
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science, Food Studies & Environmental Studies
Completed coursework in Food Studies and Environmental Studies.
University of Houston
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, Language, and Composition
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, Language, and Composition.
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Location
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