Reneé Duval Fairchild

Reneé Duval Fairchild joined the Chrysler Museum of Art in 2023. As Chief Philanthropy Officer, she organizes and implements the fundraising plan that results in long-term financial sustainability of the Museum’s mission. She leads the Development team on cultivation and stewardship of major gifts, campaign management, the membership program, annual fund, grants, and planned giving initiatives.

Duval Fairchild ​​served as a Director of Corporate Initiatives with Autism Speaks, navigating relationships with corporate and foundation partners across the country. She served as Regional Market Director for ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, leading a team across the State of Virginia in their fundraising efforts. Reneé held Development roles at the Sentara Foundation, Virginia Beach SPCA, and Volunteer Hampton Roads. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Virginia Wesleyan College. She serves as the vice Chair for the YMCA on Granby Street, Board of Managers; the Virginia Wesleyan University Alumni Council; Reneé also serves on AFPHR’s National Philanthropy Day Committee, and volunteers with local animal welfare organizations and the Girl Scouts of Colonial Coast.

Duval Fairchild’s persistence and strength generate high-caliber results and innovative ways to increase support for the Museum’s mission.