“Melissa’s vast experience and deep engagement with New York City’s arts and funding communities give her a clear advantage in fund development. She’s a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and a consummate professional—a true partner in our work. ”

“Melissa has the relationships, writing skills, and strategic insights necessary to build sustainable partnerships between nonprofit institutions and funders. Above all, she is invested in the health and vitality of the institutions she serves and brings her humor, empathy, respect, and deep love of creative communities to each project.”