Darby Bentoff
About Darby Bentoff
Darby Bentoff is a Senior Director at CCS Fundraising and has served as Executive Director at the Arthritis Foundation since 2012. With a background in Art History and French from Lake Forest College, Bentoff has led significant fundraising campaigns and conducted feasibility studies for various organizations.
Work at CCS Fundraising
Darby Bentoff has served as Senior Director at CCS Fundraising since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing strategic fundraising initiatives and providing expert guidance to clients. Her responsibilities include conducting philanthropic landscape reports for various regions, including Cleveland, OH, and St. Louis, MO. Bentoff's experience in fundraising and campaign management enhances CCS Fundraising's ability to assist organizations in achieving their financial goals.
Current Role at Arthritis Foundation
Since 2012, Darby Bentoff has held the position of Executive Director at the Arthritis Foundation. In this capacity, she oversees the organization's operations and strategic initiatives. Additionally, she has served as Senior Traveling Executive Director since 2019, where she travels to various locations to support the Foundation's mission and fundraising efforts. Her leadership has been instrumental in advancing the Foundation's goals and outreach.
Education and Expertise
Darby Bentoff earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lake Forest College, where she studied Art History and French. She also completed the Cleveland Civic Leadership Institute, which provided her with insights into community leadership and engagement. Her educational background supports her expertise in fundraising and nonprofit management, equipping her with the skills necessary to lead significant campaigns and initiatives.
Campaign Management Experience
Bentoff has a proven track record in campaign management, having launched a $100 million campaign for the Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville, TN. She has also managed a $2.5 million campaign for Saint Bernard Parish in Milwaukee, WI. Her experience includes conducting feasibility studies for various organizations, such as CHI Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY, and the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Before her current positions, Darby Bentoff worked as Director of Development at the Arthritis Foundation from 2011 to 2012. She also served as Director of Corporate Relations at Breast Cancer Network of Strength from 2006 to 2010. During her tenure, she created a suite of grateful patient materials for a hospital system in Lexington, KY, showcasing her commitment to enhancing patient engagement and support.