About me
Tess is a seasoned fundraising professional with over 10 years of experience and has held her CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) since 2021. She also holds a Certificate in Fundraising Management from BCIT and a BFA in Theatre Performance from SFU. She’s a high-achiever with a passion for Planned Giving—the type of fundraising she believes drives the most meaningful relationships between nonprofits and their supporters. Her Planned Giving fundraising has brought in $300,000 to $2 million in future revenue for new and existing Planned Giving programs at mid-sized organizations.
As a child, Tess faced housing and food insecurity and was a beneficiary of nonprofit programs. She’s seen firsthand the importance—and shortcomings—of our sector. Her interest in Planned Giving stems from her desire to create long-term growth and stability for charities – allowing them to serve their communities for generations to come.
