Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art announces appointment of new Chief Development Officer
Chadds Ford, PA, August 26, 2024—The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Allsopp as its new Chief Development Officer. Allsopp is highly regarded in the Greater Philadelphia region for her fundraising expertise in the arts and culture sector. In her new role at Brandywine, Allsopp will serve as a member of the Executive Leadership team and will lead the expansion of Brandywine's philanthropic efforts in support of the organization’s mission and vision for the future.
"I am excited to join the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art as Chief Development Officer,” said Allsopp. “Brandywine is such a unique organization, from its important American art collection, rich array of exhibitions and educational programs, to the way it is a leader in conserving the natural resources of the Brandywine Valley and beyond. I look forward to working with the dedicated staff, trustees, donors and volunteers to ensure that the organization has the resources to continue to excel now and be enjoyed for generations to come.”
Allsopp most recently served as the Chief Development Officer for the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) where she was responsible for the organization's multi-million-dollar revenue goals for annual operations and capital projects, along with building its endowment fund and base of planned giving donors. Prior to PAFA, Allsopp spent more than a decade at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in a variety of senior fundraising positions, most notably as Principal Gifts Officer with a lead role in the organization’s successful comprehensive campaign that raised more than $600 million—the largest in the Museum’s history. In addition to these roles, Allsopp previously led fundraising efforts for Temple University’s School of Communications and Theater, and at the Pennsylvania Ballet. As an active volunteer in her community, Allsopp serves as the Board President for the MacGuffin Theatre & Film Company, and previously was a board member and Development Chair with BalletX and a member and chair of the National Philanthropy Awards Committee.
“We are thrilled to welcome Jane to the Brandywine at this pivotal moment in the organization’s history,” said Virginia Logan, The Frolic Weymouth Executive Director & C.E.O. of the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art. “Jane brings a wealth of fundraising and leadership experience from her tenure as Chief Development Officer for the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and in past senior roles at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, among others. With her blend of engaging professionalism, strategic thinking and deep experience, we are confident she will play a key role in achieving our transformational goals for the future.”
About the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art:
The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art preserves and promotes the natural and cultural connections between the area’s beautiful landscape, historic sites, and important artists. The Conservancy protects the lands and waters throughout the Brandywine Valley and other priority conservation areas, developing sustainable approaches to emerging needs and assuring preservation of majestic open spaces and protection of natural resources for generations to come. The Museum of Art presents and collects historic and contemporary works of American art, engaging and exciting visitors of all ages through an array of exhibitions and programs. The Brandywine unites the inspiring experiences of art and nature, enhancing the quality of life in its community and among its diverse audiences.
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