Clare Sherlog
About Clare Sherlog
Clare Sherlog serves as the Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in high-value fundraising and extensive experience in the arts sector, she has held various roles in notable organizations, demonstrating her leadership and strategic planning skills.
Current Role at CCS Fundraising
Clare Sherlog serves as the Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she directs transformational, multi-million dollar campaigns for various nonprofit organizations, including educational institutions, medical centers, and arts organizations. Clare strategically plans the solicitation of gifts ranging from four to eight figures, demonstrating her expertise in high-value fundraising. She also advises colleagues on best practices and approaches for client engagements, showcasing her leadership and mentorship skills.
Previous Experience at CCS Fundraising
Before her current role, Clare Sherlog held multiple positions at CCS Fundraising. She worked as an Associate Director from 2018 to 2019 and later served as Executive Director from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she produced a variety of campaign collateral, including brochures, proposals, and website designs, to support fundraising efforts. Her experience at CCS Fundraising highlights her continuous growth within the organization and her commitment to advancing nonprofit initiatives.
Consulting Experience at Guidehouse
Clare worked as a Consultant at Guidehouse from 2020 to 2021 in Washington, D.C. During her time there, she gained valuable experience in consulting, contributing to her overall expertise in nonprofit fundraising and organizational strategy. This role allowed her to develop skills that she later applied in her positions at CCS Fundraising.
Educational Background
Clare Sherlog studied at Princeton University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. She specialized in the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs and also obtained a Certificate in Dance. Her educational background provided her with a strong foundation in public policy and the arts, which she has leveraged throughout her career in fundraising and nonprofit management.
Early Career and Internships
Clare's early career includes various internships and roles that contributed to her professional development. She interned at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as a National Advancement Intern in 2016 and worked at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival as a Business Intern and Artist Services Apprentice in 2014 and 2015, respectively. Additionally, she held positions at Princeton University, including Publicity Assistant and Ticket Associate, which helped her gain experience in arts administration and fundraising.