Kimberly Castelo Dima
About Kimberly Castelo Dima
Kimberly Castelo Dima serves as the Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in grant management and corporate relations, having held various leadership roles in notable institutions such as the American Museum of Natural History and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Current Role at CCS Fundraising
Kimberly Castelo Dima serves as Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various fundraising initiatives and strategies. Her experience at CCS Fundraising includes previous roles such as Senior Director and Director of Proposal Strategy, where she contributed to the organization's mission in Boulder, Colorado.
Previous Experience in Fundraising and Development
Prior to her current position, Dima worked in several significant roles within the fundraising sector. She served as Executive Director at CCS Fundraising from 2017 to 2019, and as Senior Director from 2021 to 2022. Her experience also includes positions at Family Star Montessori as Director of Strategic Partnerships and at Seabury Hall as Director of Advancement. These roles involved managing strategic initiatives and partnerships to enhance fundraising efforts.
Educational Background
Dima holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History of Art and Architecture from Harvard University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education at the University of Pennsylvania, earning a Master of Arts (M.A.) in East Asian Languages and Civilizations from 2010 to 2012. Her academic background supports her expertise in cultural institutions and fundraising.
Experience in Cultural Institutions
Dima has held various positions in notable cultural institutions. She worked as Associate, Corporate Relations at the American Museum of Natural History and as Development Assistant for Special Exhibitions at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Additionally, she was involved with the Exploratorium in multiple roles, including Senior Manager of Grants and Grants Manager, where she focused on securing funding for educational programs.
Grant Writing and Management Expertise
Throughout her career, Dima has developed expertise in grant writing and management. She worked as a Grant Writer at the Asian Art Museum and held senior management roles at the Exploratorium, where she was responsible for overseeing grant proposals and funding strategies. Her skills in this area have contributed significantly to the organizations she has served.