Georgette Hamaty
About Georgette Hamaty
Georgette Hamaty is a Major Gifts Officer with over thirty years of experience in fundraising and donor relations, primarily in the Greater Philadelphia area. She has held various positions at notable cultural institutions, including the Philadelphia Orchestra Association and the Barnes Foundation.
Current Role at WHYY
Georgette Hamaty currently serves as the Major Gifts Officer at WHYY, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on cultivating and managing relationships with major donors to support the organization's initiatives. Her extensive experience in donor relations contributes to WHYY's fundraising efforts.
Previous Experience at WHYY
Hamaty has a significant history with WHYY, having previously worked as a Senior Donor Relations Officer from 2016 to 2017 and as Manager of Corporate Gifts and Underwriting from 2001 to 2007. Her roles involved developing donor strategies and managing corporate sponsorships, enhancing WHYY's engagement with its supporters.
Background in Arts Administration
Georgette Hamaty has a strong background in arts administration, with over three decades of experience in fundraising and donor relations. She has worked with notable cultural institutions, including the Philadelphia Orchestra Association and the Opera Company of Philadelphia, where she developed corporate giving and sponsorship initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Hamaty studied at West Chester University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a B.S. in Music Education, focusing on piano and voice. Her educational background complements her professional expertise in fundraising, corporate relations, and arts administration, allowing her to effectively navigate the nonprofit sector.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout her career, Hamaty has held various positions that reflect her expertise in corporate and foundation relations. She served as Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations at Fox Chase Cancer Center and held multiple roles at the Philadelphia Orchestra Association, demonstrating her commitment to advancing fundraising efforts in the Greater Philadelphia area.