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Deondeondra@neighborhoodallies.org
412-471-3727

DeOndra Parker is the Senior Program Manager of Fund Development and Operations at Neighborhood Allies. DeOndra works to secure funding for Neighborhood Allies, as well as implement a development and fundraising strategy to provide for the short-and-long-term needs of the organization. She works to cultivate lasting relationships with donors and keeps them informed on how their financial input has impacted the communities we serve. DeOndra is responsible for liaising with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure that programs are working in harmony toward production goals, while also meeting quality standards. She supports the operational and equity activities of the organization. She also analyzes and improves organizational processes, and works to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency. Prior to this position, DeOndra was the Operations and Program Support Manager and Office Manager/Executive Assistant.

Prior to joining the Neighborhood Allies team, DeOndra served as the Senior Administrative Assistant for The Pittsburgh Project. She holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) in Leadership and Management as well as a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Carlow University. DeOndra is passionate about helping others and making a difference.

Media Publications and Contributions:

• Guest Blog: RISE HIGH, A Journey of Advocacy, Growth, and Change | DeOndra reflects back on her journey with the internal RISE HIGH (Resilient and Inclusive Solutions for Equity, Healing, Impact, Growth, and Health) team, and the collective impact it has made since its inception in 2020, in a heartfelt guest blog. 
• Get To Know Your Allies | DeOndra Parker