Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Mary Curran is an experienced development professional with a strong track record in securing major gifts for leading healthcare institutions. As the Director of Development for Neurosciences and Emergency Medicine at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, she is responsible for driving philanthropic support for critical research and patient care initiatives in these high-impact areas.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In her current role at Cedars-Sinai, Mary is responsible for building and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects, cultivating relationships with high-net-worth donors, and securing transformative gifts to advance the hospital's neurosciences and emergency medicine programs. She has been instrumental in securing several multi-million dollar gifts to fund groundbreaking research, innovative technologies, and enhanced patient services.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Cedars-Sinai, Mary held various development roles at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, where she progressively advanced from Assistant Director to Associate Director and then Director of Major Gifts. In these positions, she played a pivotal role in the hospital's capital campaign, securing over $15 million in major gifts to support the expansion of critical care facilities and the enhancement of patient-centered services.
Earlier in her career, Mary gained valuable experience in the philanthropic sector, serving as a Program Manager and Associate at Arabella Advisors, a leading social impact consulting firm. She also held a Fellowship at StartingBloc, a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing the next generation of social impact leaders.
Academic Background
Mary holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Virginia, where she majored in Public Policy and minored in Business. She is known for her analytical and strategic approach to fundraising, leveraging her education and previous experience to drive measurable results for the organizations she serves.
Areas of Expertise
- Major gift cultivation and solicitation
- Philanthropic strategy development
- Donor relationship management
- Corporate and foundation partnerships
- Fundraising campaign execution
- Nonprofit leadership and operations
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Cedars-Sinai, Mary has played a pivotal role in shaping the hospital's philanthropic strategy for its neurosciences and emergency medicine programs. She has secured several transformative gifts, including a $5 million donation to establish a state-of-the-art stroke center and a $3 million gift to enhance the hospital's emergency department operations and patient care.
Conclusion
With her deep expertise in development, proven track record of success, and commitment to driving positive impact, Mary Curran is a valuable asset to the Cedars-Sinai team. Her strategic vision and exceptional fundraising skills position her as a leader in the healthcare philanthropy space, poised to continue making a significant difference in the lives of patients and the advancement of critical medical research.
