#18 - Brooke Devenney on Fundraising

Director of Individual Giving at MOCA, Brooke Devenney Director of Individual Giving at MOCA, Brooke Devenney gives us some proper behind the scenes information about the role of fundraising at a large museum. She talks about different layers of engagement with the museum. How the museum invites individuals and companies to become a part of the community. We learn that she works closely with the curatorial team and the importance of a strong mission statement. MOCA is the only collecting institution in Los Angeles that completely relies on private donations.

Since we did this interview, Brooke has moved on to become the Director of Development at the USC Roski School of Art and Design.