Empowering others is both a gift and a honed skill, enabling Winnipeg’s Pamela Simmons to collaborate effectively with non-profits to elevate their missions across Canada. Joining Global in May as Senior Consultant, she is a seasoned non-profit leader and consultant with over 35 years of experience. Having worked with over 50 organizations across Canada and the Middle East, her diverse expertise spans arts and culture, community services, environmental initiatives, healthcare, education, and Indigenous clients.
Pamela is dedicated to excellence in fundraising and non-profit management. Her unique combination of strategic thinking, practical experience, and cultural sensitivity makes her an invaluable asset to organizations aiming to enhance their impact and achieve their philanthropic goals.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Pam to our Global professional family,” shares Guy Mallabone, CEO & President of Global Philanthropic Canada. “Her understanding of the local market with significant Manitoba experience in the non-profit sector, including international working experience in the sector, will bring huge benefit to our clients as they are looking to raise more money for their mission.”
“We are delighted to welcome Pamela as a Senior Consultant in Winnipeg,” adds Corrie Fortner, Vice President, Prairies & Territories. “Pamela’s extensive expertise in fund development, public relations, and volunteer management, honed through her many years in the charitable sector, will be a tremendous asset to our team and the organizations we serve.”
Throughout her career, she has developed extensive skills in fund development planning and auditing, capital campaigns—including planning studies, campaign management, coaching and training, major gifts, sponsorships, events, board and volunteer engagement, donor relations, and stewardship.
Her clients have included organizations such as The Winnipeg Art Gallery – Qaumajuq, Alpha House, Agape Table Inc., Volunteer Manitoba, the Better Business Bureau Education Foundation of Manitoba, University of Manitoba, Yellowquill University College, the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Manitoba Theatre Centre, Children’s Museum, Manitoba Choral Association, Manitoba Eco-Network, Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba, and the Sexual Education Resource Centre (SERC).
Her approach emphasizes accountability, the empowerment of staff and volunteers, and respect for organizational values and workplace culture. Her weekly fundraising blog provides valuable insights for both new and experienced fundraisers, making fundraising principles accessible and inspiring deeper commitment within the sector. Understanding and respecting organizational values and workplace culture remain fundamental to her approach.
“I am excited to join Global Philanthropic Canada as a Senior Consultant,” says Pamela. “As a recognized leader in the philanthropic sector, Global’s commitment to empowering organizations of all sizes and across all sectors to create meaningful, positive change is truly inspiring. Their focus on delivering excellent service aligns closely with my professional values, and I look forward to supporting their mission and contributing to their impactful work.”
Pamela is a Certified Fund Raising Executive, a Master Trainer certified by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, accredited in Public Relations, and a Barrett Value Centre Cultural Transformation Consultant. She is a member and former president of her chapter of the Canadian Public Relations Society and the Association for Fundraising Professionals, having served on the inaugural board of the Association for Fundraising Professionals in Canada. Pamela is also a member of the Association for Donor Relations, where she served on the 2024 Conference Content Committee. Additionally, she was the founding president of the Manitoba Association for Fundraising Executives and the Manitoba Association of Volunteer Administrators. Pamela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychology from the University of Winnipeg.
Starting in May, Pamela offers non-profits a complimentary 30-minute session to assess their fundraising needs.
Global Philanthropic Canada is Canada’s fundraising consultancy comprised of highly experienced practitioners. With 70 + team members, we deliver professional and accessible fundraising counsel to organizations of all sectors, sizes and missions. We advocate for and believe in the power of a respectful and inclusive environment for all. We build capacity, striving to maximize the impact of your mission. We value every collaborative project with our clients, working on the ground with you, not for you. We aim to support, teach and propel you to meet and exceed your goals.
