Julie Drinkard is a Senior Consultant, Direct Response for American Philanthropic and has worked in the fundraising field since 2010.

Prior to joining American Philanthropic, Julie served as Director of Development for the Civitas Institute and Director of Membership for The Philanthropy Roundtable. Her resume also includes managing the development departments at both the Institute for Free Speech and the Economic Development Partnership of NC. Julie specializes in helping nonprofits grow their donor base and increase retention through targeted cultivation and stewardship programs. She also has experience with special campaigns, grant writing, donor clubs, and major gifts.

Julie studied Political Science at Agnes Scott College where she played on the varsity tennis team. She resides in Raleigh, NC with her corgi Sally.