kind words

I've gotten to know Matt Bregman in his capacity as a fundraiser at a number of different organizations. While the requests have varied, his high level of professionalism has remained constant. He understands the process of working with foundations thoroughly—and I would encourage novice grant seekers to follow his example.

Ben Rodriguez-Cubenas

Program Director, Culpeper Arts and Culture

Rockefeller Brothers Fund

After 30 years raising money, I know a good fundraiser when I see one. I’d recommend Matt Bregman enthusiastically to anyone who wants to get down to the real business of raising money.

Karen Brooks Hopkins

President Emerita

Brooklyn Academy of Music

Matt Bregman is a smart, accomplished development professional. And he’s funny too. If you want to learn fundraising, spend some time with him.

Reynold Levy

Former President

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

 

Matt and I collaborated closely for five years at El Museo del Barrio. Upon his arrival, his strategic thinking and problem-solving prowess elevated our fundraising efforts to unprecedented levels of professionalism, efficiency, and success. His collaborative nature fostered an environment where innovative solutions flourished, and together, we tackled challenges with finesse. Working alongside Matt, I not only gained valuable insights but also developed a deep appreciation for his ability to navigate complex situations with ease. I eagerly anticipate future opportunities to collaborate with him again as a consultant, knowing that his expertise and collaborative spirit will continue to drive remarkable outcomes.

Julián Zugazagoitia
Director & CEO

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

In my role, I work with a lot of development folks -- some are seasoned and some are still learning. Matt Bregman is at the pinnacle of the profession: a true expert who generates excellent ideas, listens attentively, delivers what he promises, and is a pleasure to work with. Novice fundraisers could learn a lot from him.
 

Alessandra DiGiusto
Head of Corporate Social Responsibility Americas
Executive Director, Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation

Working with Matt is always a pleasure -- he is full of ideas and completely reliable in terms of actually getting things done.

Laura Washington

President and CEO

Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley 

Working with Matt at New-York Historical for nearly a decade was a terrific experience -- not only did he bring in new gifts and grants for our projects, but he made the process fun. I was especially impressed by Matt's intellect. He is an extremely knowledgeable, endlessly curious, and entirely authentic person who speaks and writes with insight and eloquence. I would recommend him without reservation.

Margi Hofer

Former Museum Director

New-York Historical Society

Having collaborated with Matt Bregman for nearly a decade, I can confidently affirm his status as a true expert in the realm of fundraising. Matt's profound understanding of the field, coupled with his strategic thinking, has played a pivotal role in the achievement of fundraising milestones for several esteemed organizations, including El Museo, BAM, and New-York Historical Society.

Matt possesses an unwavering dedication to rolling up his sleeves and tackling tasks of any magnitude with patience and efficacy. I highly recommend him to anyone in search of expert counsel in fundraising, strategic planning, and board development. His expertise, complemented by his exceptional attributes as a mentor, educator, and professional, makes him an invaluable asset to any organization.

Cheryl B. Anhava, Vice President and Program Officer, Private Foundation Services, JPMorgan Private Bank

I loved working with Matt at The New-York Historical Society.  Matt truly transformed New-York Historical's Development Department and was a great mentor to his team. He is thoughtful, strategic and creative and has extensive individual and institutional giving and capital campaign experience. I would hire him in a second if I had the chance!

Jennifer Schantz

Executive Director
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art 

I worked with Matt at El Museo del Barrio and New-York Historical Society, two very different organizations. As an external affairs professional, I was impressed to find a top fundraising colleague who understood the power and potential of aligning both fronts. Matt understands institutions holistically and promotes a strategic, collaborative environment. This mindset also allows him to identify creative fundraising opportunities way beyond the traditional scope. He is level-headed, commonsensical, and has a great sense of humor. I miss working with Matt and would hire him as a consultant in a heartbeat.

Ines Aslan

Chief External Affairs Officer

Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation