Bio
Terri Sheahan began her career in Local Government media before launching a freelance copywriting agency specializing in non-profit communications in the late 1980s. (Yes, that long ago!)
A Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and Fellow of the Fundraising Institute of Australia (FIA), Terri has established herself as a donor communications specialist across all areas of the non-profit sector. Her expertise lies in Direct Mail, which is her specialty, and donor-centric communications, which is her passion. Terri is also widely recognized as an authority in crafting compelling Cases for Support.
Since joining the Precision Fundraising team in late 2018, Terri has served as Head of Copy, providing strategic guidance on direct mail strategy and donor communication programs, including Gifts in Wills and Regular Giving.
Terriās experience extends to hands-on fundraising, including major gifts and capital campaigns, developed during her years with Xponential Philanthropy. She notably served as the Director of a $16 million Capital Campaign for Ronald McDonald House SEQ, which won an FIA Award for Excellence.
Her work has been celebrated through FIA Awards in both Capital Campaign and Direct Mail categories, and she has delivered professional development presentations at state and national levels in Australia and New Zealand.
Terri is passionate about raising money for worthy causes and is a vocal advocate for fundraisers. She is thrilled to see the Fundraising Nest take flight and looks forward to helping fundraisers soar in the days to come.
