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Molly Swales

Molly Swales

Client Services Associate
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Molly Swales assists clients in converting philanthropic aspirations into tangible results. She partners with both prospective and existing grantee organizations, confirming that charitable contributions reflect clients’ core values and strategic intentions. Her responsibilities include comprehensive vetting of potential grantees by confirming their charitable status, verifying IRS compliance, and assembling essential paperwork. Following initial grants, she reviews proposals, coordinates grant agreements, and oversees subsequent activities by monitoring progress and collecting outcome documentation.

Prior to Sterling, Molly developed expertise in customer service, personnel supervision, and administrative operations through positions in the hospitality and outdoor recreation sectors. She excelled at combining operational responsibilities with compassionate management to sustain superior service standards.

Molly is an active volunteer with the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club, where she leads trail conservation efforts and maintains a section of the Appalachian Trail.

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