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Author: Abby Cruz Ouimet

Abby Cruz Ouimet

Abby Cruz Ouimet, CFRE, is a seasoned development and nonprofit leader with over two decades of experience advancing mission-driven organizations. Known for her ability to craft and implement compelling development strategies, Abby has raised tens of millions of dollars to support education, climate, health, animal, and social service causes. She brings deep expertise in major gifts, institutional giving, special events, annual giving, stewardship, board engagement, and innovative donor acquisition—always with a strong lens on donor experience and impact. Abby has worked with organizations ranging from early-stage nonprofits to established national networks, helping them build sustainable fundraising programs, diversify their revenue, and forge meaningful partnerships. A graduate of Florida State University, she is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and a trusted advisor to executive teams and boards seeking to scale their missions and deepen their impact. Abby is energized by the opportunity to connect people with purpose, mentor emerging professionals, and mobilize resources that make a lasting difference for the next generation. Personally, Abby enjoys spending time with her family, playing in the great outdoors, and watching college football.

Abby Cruz Ouimet, CFRE, is a seasoned development and nonprofit leader with over two decades of experience advancing mission-driven organizations. Known for her ability to craft and implement compelling development strategies, Abby has raised tens of millions of dollars to support education, climate, health, animal, and social service causes. She brings deep expertise in major gifts, institutional giving, special events, annual giving, stewardship, board engagement, and innovative donor acquisition—always with a strong lens on donor experience and impact. Abby has worked with organizations ranging from early-stage nonprofits to established national networks, helping them build sustainable fundraising programs, diversify their revenue, and forge meaningful partnerships. A graduate of Florida State University, she is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and a trusted advisor to executive teams and boards seeking to scale their missions and deepen their impact. Abby is energized by the opportunity to connect people with purpose, mentor emerging professionals, and mobilize resources that make a lasting difference for the next generation. Personally, Abby enjoys spending time with her family, playing in the great outdoors, and watching college football.

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Statement of Purpose: Abby Cruz Ouimet

Posted By  Abby Cruz Ouimet
  • ON August 5, 2025

Ten Strands continues to introduce its staff through statements of purpose that reveal the motivations and ambitions behind their work. Today, we hear from chief development officer Abby Cruz Ouimet, whose personal and professional commitment to building a just, sustainable...

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