After graduating from the University of Sheffield in 2001 Anne-Marie has spent her career working in the charity sector. Now working as Director of Philanthropy Development and Marketing at Forever Manchester, she previously spent 15 years fundraising at Marie Curie and almost 8 years in the role of Head of Fundraising for Moya Cole (previously St Ann’s) Hospice, here she led the fundraising campaign to raise funds for a new £25.6million hospice building in Heald Green. Anne-Marie is active in the philanthropy sector, mentoring and coaching a number of fundraisers throughout the country and regularly presenting at conferences.
Anne-Marie has been a member of Girlguiding UK since the age of 7 and continued into a leadership role which she has held ever since, leading a unit of Guides in their weekly activities, camps and holidays. Anne-Marie has also contributed to a number of county and regional projects including the role of Assistant County Commissioner for three years, focussing on PR and marketing and the training and development of other volunteers.
Anne-Marie is passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their goals, she has been involved invited to judge the High Sherriff Young Citizen of the Year, and awards at the University of Manchester. Anne-Marie loves the multicultural atmosphere of Greater Manchester and learning from experiences of others.
Anne-Marie was born in Stockport and lived the majority of her life in the area; she and her husband have 3 grown up children. Alongside volunteering, Anne-Marie enjoys live music and theatre, hill walking, gym sessions, and reading.
Anne-Marie Wynne DL
