Merry Piper Hardin

A zest for life, desire to make a positive difference, natural drive toward optimism, quick wit, and an insatiable desire to succeed make Piper Hardin a natural fit in both the not-for-profit and corporate worlds. Having been instrumental in the development of a $1 million per year nonprofit organization in the Upstate of South Carolina that offers over twenty programs/services, and collaborates with over thirty other agencies, Ms. Hardin has formed solid partnerships and established sustainability for five years into the future.

For over eight years, Piper has led numerous fundraising endeavors for various nonprofits, facilitated steering committees assessing community needs and formulated plans to meet those needs. She fluidly interacts with corporate leaders, dignitaries, volunteers, donors, foundations, grantors, and those in need. Her ease in teaching, assisting, and executing the return on investment approach has brought both successful long-term results and life-long commitments. She is a pleasure to work with, a respected team player, and she is adept at reaching results by seamlessly matching donors with missions.

Piper was born and educated in Charleston, S.C., and she has trained with various national fundraising strategy groups, which enables her to spearhead successful multi-year strategic initiatives. Her exuberance and love for life has carried her throughout the United States, to the heartland of Africa, as well as the United Kingdom, Mexico, France, and the Caribbean. She is currently completing her American Sign Language Interpreting degree, which will aid her in further working with the Deaf community.

Piper has just relocated back to her home in the Low Country where she will enjoy the beach, historic downtown, and the charm of Southern culture.

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