Cayton Children’s Museum seeks an experienced Chief Advancement Officer to orchestrate the targeting, approach, and solicitation of current and next generation individual, foundation and business donors to fund a $5 million vision for the Museum’s next stage of evolution. Please click to view the full position description or to nominate/apply.

Cayton Children’s Museum in Santa Monica activates the power of play to enrich the lives of children and their families, build stronger, more connected communities, and create a better world. Collaborating closely with schools, partners and diverse community constituents, the museum welcomes more than 150,000 visitors annually and serves as a hub for families, schools and community partners across Los Angeles’s Westside.

CEO Thomas Sullivan has already had a significant impact on the organization since joining as less than 12 months ago. With two decades of museum leadership experience that includes innovative exhibit development and delivery of rich early childhood education experiences, he and the Board have set the Cayton on a growth, impact and sustainability path which has been very well received by the Cayton community.

The Cayton is at an inflection point and charting a course for an exciting future. The Museum is guided by a $5 million vision, with three interconnected objectives to engage a broader and more diverse audience, increase annual attendance, and include one-of-a-kind interactive exhibit experiences that engage all members of the community and all age groups. The $5 million revenue goal is over two years, and increased goals will be developed for the years beyond.

The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) will build and strengthen the development function and increase contributed revenue to champion these initiatives. The CAO will drive direct solicitations and themselves carrying a robust portfolio. The CAO will have a deep understanding of the Los Angeles philanthropic landscape and will be a relationship-based go-getter who gets their energy by making the case to support mission-driven organizations and closing meaningful gifts. The role requires the drive, initiative and flexibility to meet donors where they are, including in the evenings and weekends. The complete position description can be found here.

For additional information or to apply, please contact Lisa Grossman, Steven Oppenheim or Mark Oppenheim at info[at]moppenheim[dot]com.