Margot Alpert
About Margot Alpert
Margot Alpert serves as the Assistant Director of Development for Family Philanthropy at The George Washington University, where she manages relationships with university stakeholders and oversees a portfolio of major gift prospects. She has a background in development and philanthropy, with experience at various institutions including the National Cathedral School and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Work at The George Washington University
Margot Alpert serves as the Assistant Director of Development, Family Philanthropy at The George Washington University. In this role, she partners with deans, faculty, and development staff to execute events and enhance affinity for philanthropic priorities. She acts as the primary liaison between the school or unit development team and manages relationships with parents, former parents, and grandparents of the university. Since joining in 2019, she has focused on building a strong network of support for the institution.
Education and Expertise
Margot Alpert holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The George Washington University School of Business, where she studied from 2020 to 2023. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Language and Literature from The George Washington University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she graduated from University Liggett School with a High School Diploma in 2014.
Professional Background
Before her current position, Margot Alpert worked in various roles related to development and philanthropy. She served as a Development Coordinator at National Cathedral School from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, she held internships at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Hillel at The George Washington University, gaining experience in development and donor engagement. Earlier in her career, she interned with Representative Sander Levin in 2014.
Philanthropic Engagement and Responsibilities
In her role as Assistant Director of Development, Margot Alpert manages a portfolio of 50-75+ prospects for major gifts, with contributions ranging from $25,000 to over $100,000. She averages 10-12 prospect visits monthly to identify, research, and cultivate individual giving prospects. Additionally, she collaborates closely with alumni relations staff and the central university development office to enhance donor engagement.