Lenox Library Association Appoints Development Director

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LENOX, Mass. — The Board of Trustees of the Lenox Library Association announces their appointment of Maria Lynch as the Association's new Director of Development. 
 
This position will play a critical role in fulfilling the Association's mission of supporting the Lenox Library through fundraising efforts required to underwrite the Library's many programs and material collections.
 
"We are excited to work with Maria to strengthen our community relationships and to keep the Lenox Library Association – and our beloved town – strong and vital," said Edward Richter, President of the Lenox Library Association's Board of Trustees.
 
Prior to joining the Lenox Library Association, Lynch held several positions at the Stockbridge Library, Museum & Archives in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, including marketing coordinator, interim-co-director, and most recently, development and marketing associate. During her time in Stockbridge, she led the research and implementation of new donor software, as well as refreshed the fundraising efforts through annual appeals, events, and grants. Lynch's early career background includes public relations, development, and marketing and sales for large retail corporations.
 
The Lenox Library Association, a not-for-profit charitable organization, is responsible for raising funds to maintain and enhance the Lenox Library collections, programs, and resources. For more information visit https://lenoxlib.org/

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Berkshire Natural Resources Council Welcomes Director of Advancement

LENOX, Mass. — Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) announced the appointment of Emily Daunis as the organization's new Director of Advancement. 
 
With a background spanning over 15 years in strategic fundraising, major donor development, and building inclusive philanthropic programs, Daunis will lead BNRC's fundraising and engagement initiatives to support its mission of land conservation and access to nature in the Berkshires.  
 
In her most recent role as Director of Development at Berkshire United Way, Daunis played a part in advancing the organization's revenue goals by conducting new sponsorship initiatives and engagement strategies. Her extensive background also includes fundraising roles at prominent regional institutions such as the Clark Art Institute, MASS MoCA, and UMASS Amherst. 
 
"Daunis joins BNRC at a critical time, when we need to do even more to conserve land and help people connect to nature in the face of a changing climate. Her ability to connect to people in all walks of life and to create innovative fundraising strategies will enable BNRC to reach its ambitious strategic goals of conserving 20,000 more acres of habitat by 2030," Jenny Hansell, president of BNRC said. "I'm really looking forward to seeing how her leadership will help BNRC forge deeper connections with our supporters, engage new allies, and broaden our impact across the Berkshires." 
 
Daunis, an active member of the local community, holds leadership roles in North Adams, including serving as an elected member of the North Adams Public School Committee. In her new role at BNRC, she will continue her commitment to fostering a culture of philanthropy that is inclusive and rooted in the local community. 
 
"Joining BNRC is an opportunity to help conserve the landscapes that mean so much to everyone in Berkshire County," said Daunis. "I look forward to collaborating with the dedicated team, board of directors, volunteers, and supporters who care so deeply about protecting natural resources. Together we can make an impact that lasts generations." 
 
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