Leslie Kutsenkow
Director of Philanthropy @Wonderlab Museum Of Science
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Philanthropy @Wonderlab Museum Of Science
Bloomington, IN, US
Leads comprehensive development strategy spanning annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation grants, and sponsorships to meet organizational revenue goals. Serves as primary staff liaison to the Board of Directors on philanthropy, delivering clear monthly development reports, strengthening relationships, and equipping board members to effectively advocate for fundraising priorities. Partners with the Executive Director, Board Development Committee, and cross-departmental teams to align institutional strategy with organizational objectives. Cultivates individual and corporate donors through targeted prospect research, wealth screening, and personalized engagement to build and advance long-term donor relationships. Conducts high-impact donor meetings to identify aligned giving opportunities and secure major gifts in support of strategic initiatives. Oversees accurate gift processing, fundraising records, and grant documentation, performing monthly reconciliation to ensure clean data for the annual audit. Directs WonderLab’s annual gala, leading cross-functional planning with staff and volunteer committee to maximize revenue and stewardship outcomes. Leads research and design of capital campaign feasibility efforts, managing internal readiness assessments and preparing leadership for future campaigns. Represents WonderLab at fundraising events, civic meetings, media appearances, and community forums to elevate visibility and deepen stakeholder engagement. Collaborates with colleagues across departments to integrate development objectives into programmatic and organizational planning. Builds and manages departmental budgets aligned with the strategic plan, including revenue forecasting and multi-year financial planning for development. Expands awareness of giving opportunities and cultivates partnerships with community organizations, government entities, and regional business leaders to grow philanthropic support.
EDUCATION
O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
BS, Mathematics and Economics
Columbia University
Graduate Business / Communications Courses
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - BS, Mathematics and Economics
SKILLS
ABOUT LESLIE KUTSENKOW
Create, execute,and evaluate all philanthropy strategies with a donor-centered philosophy to ensure a diverse and sustainable revenue portfolio to support WonderLab’s mission. Demonstrates ability to define and articulate needs, partner with Executive Staff & Board of Directors, and develop innovative solutions to yield and maintain donor engagement.Over two decades of volunteer experience in youth, animal, and health nonprofits.
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