Cate O'Reilly, MSW

Cate O’Reilly joined the Cancer Support Community in 2016 and has worked in various departments for revenue generation and strategic growth. In her role as Vice President of Fund Development, Cate is excited to share the CSC mission and cultivate and expand relationships with individual and corporate donors, foundations and the life sciences industry.  

Before joining CSC, Cate worked for over a decade globally in Africa, Europe, Mexico, and the U.S. as a medical social worker. Cate also has worked with several non-profits in a development role and as a board member. She brings marketing and management experience from 6 years in upper retail management. Cate is a highly motivated, mission-driven professional with success in leadership, relationship building, and partnerships in the healthcare industry. She is passionate with a long career in non-profit work that includes clinical, development, and management experience. Cate completed her undergraduate studies at Santa Clara University and her Master’s in Social Work at San Diego State University.

Cate is originally from South Africa but now lives in San Diego, CA with her husband and three children.