Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art Appoints Allison Fleming Chance as Chief Advancement Officer
Allison Fleming Chance has been appointed as the chief advancement officer at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, transitioning from her position as vice president of individual giving at the U.S. Soccer Federation. Chance previously worked at the Smithsonian from 2012 to 2015 as a major gifts officer in the central advancement office during its extensive $1.5 billion campaign. With over two decades of experience in fundraising and leadership within prominent arts and cultural organizations, she will now spearhead the museum’s advancement team and philanthropic initiatives. Additionally, Chance will play a key role in the Second Century Campaign, which seeks to enhance the museum’s global influence on Asian arts, cultures, and their connections to the U.S. The museum announced her appointment today.
Key facts
- Allison Fleming Chance named chief advancement officer at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art.
- Chance joins from the U.S. Soccer Federation, where she was vice president of individual giving.
- She has more than two decades of fundraising and leadership experience at major arts and cultural institutions.
- Chance previously served as a major gifts officer from 2012 to 2015 at the Smithsonian’s central advancement office.
- During her earlier tenure, the Smithsonian ran a $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign.
- At the National Museum of Asian Art, Chance will lead the advancement team and philanthropic strategy.
- She will oversee individual giving, membership, and institutional support.
- Chance will help advance the museum’s Second Century Campaign, focused on expanding its global impact in Asian art and culture.
Entities
Artists
- Allison Fleming Chance
Institutions
- Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art
- Smithsonian Institution
- U.S. Soccer Federation
Locations
- Washington, D.C.
- United States