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Amy Sankes appointed Senior Director of Development at The Ringling to lead Hurricane Helene restoration campaign

institutional · 2026-04-20

On April 7, 2026, Amy Sankes will take on the role of Senior Director of Development at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. In this position, she will manage Advancement operations and be part of the museum's executive management team, contributing to its strategic planning. With over 20 years of experience in advancement, development, and organizational leadership within the Sarasota/Manatee area, Sankes is well-equipped for her new role. Her primary focus will be The Bolger Match Campaign, a Hurricane Restoration Challenge Match that aims to secure a $222,000 match from the Bolger Foundation for the repair of Ca' d'Zan, which was affected by Hurricane Helene in 2024. Executive Director Steven High expressed his excitement about Sankes' return to the museum.

Key facts

  • Amy Sankes appointed Senior Director of Development at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
  • She began her role on April 7, 2026
  • Sankes will oversee Advancement operations and serve on executive management team
  • Her first priority is The Bolger Match Campaign—a Hurricane Restoration Challenge Match
  • The Bolger Foundation is providing a $222,000 matching grant
  • Campaign funds will repair Ca' d'Zan damaged by Hurricane Helene in 2024
  • Sankes has over 20 years of advancement and development experience in Sarasota/Manatee
  • Executive Director Steven High welcomed Sankes' return to The Ringling

Entities

Institutions

  • The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
  • The Ringling
  • Bolger Foundation

Locations

  • Sarasota
  • Manatee

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