Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts Appoints Ashley Lomery as Vice President of Philanthropy

Ashley Lomery, courtesy photo, available here.

Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts Appoints
Ashley Lomery as Vice President of Philanthropy

KATONAH, NY – Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, a vibrant cultural destination nestled on 81 acres of historic gardens and woodlands in Katonah, NY, announces the appointment of Ashley Lomery as Vice President of Philanthropy, effective immediately. Lomery brings nearly thirty years of experience to the position, most recently serving as a philanthropic consulting director with Huron Consulting Group.

Caramoor President and CEO Gillian Fox says, “I am delighted to welcome Ashley Lomery as Caramoor’s new Vice President of Philanthropy. With a deep personal commitment to the arts, Ashley brings both expertise and heart to this important role. Selected from a highly competitive candidate pool, she will provide strong leadership and fresh energy to advance Caramoor’s philanthropic efforts and ensure that this extraordinary place continues to thrive for generations to come.” 

Lomery will lead the Caramoor team in securing crucial philanthropic support to advance and sustain the mission of Caramoor, strategically guiding all aspects of fundraising. With a focus on stewardship, prospect development, and operational excellence, Lomery will build the resources necessary to sustain and grow Caramoor’s programs and impact.

Prior to her work with Huron Consulting Group, Lomery’s over 25-year-career in fundraising has had an emphasis on major and principal giving. At the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, she oversaw a fundraising team focused on securing funds for scholarships and student success initiatives. She has also worked at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA, several art and design colleges in California and Philadelphia, and two museums. ​Originally from Rome, NY, Lomery earned a bachelor's degree in television and radio production from Ithaca College in Ithaca, NY. She has served on the board of directors for both Alisa’s Angels in Tucson and The Clay Studio in Philadelphia, and she has volunteered for the Philadelphia chapter of the Ithaca College Alumni Association and with Casa Alitas in Tucson.

“Performing and visual arts have been a constant thread throughout my life, and I am delighted to join Caramoor and sustain and grow philanthropy in support of its important mission to bring the joy of music, history, art, and nature to the community,” Lomery says. “I look forward to working closely with President and CEO Gillian Fox, the Board of Trustees, and Caramoor staff and volunteers to achieve our ambitious goals.”

About Caramoor

Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts is a vibrant cultural destination nestled on 81 acres of historic gardens and woodlands in Katonah, NY. Once the home of music and art lovers Walter and Lucie Rosen, Caramoor has evolved into one of the region’s most distinctive destinations for live performances, cultural engagement, and exploration – a sanctuary for music, art, and nature.

Each year, Caramoor presents an exciting array of concerts across genres – from classical, opera, and chamber music to jazz, American roots, global sounds, and the American songbook. Caramoor’s acclaimed Summer Season brings audiences together for unforgettable outdoor performances from June into August in five distinct settings (the Music Room, Venetian Theater, Spanish Courtyard, Friends Field, and the Sunken Garden), while the intimate Rosen House Concert Series runs from October through May in the historic Rosen House, a Mediterranean-style villa listed on the National Register of Historic Places and filled with treasures from around the world. With a mission to engage audiences of all ages, Caramoor also offers a selection of concerts and programs for families and our youngest listeners.

Caramoor is a place where music, history, and nature come together to create moments of beauty and connection for all who visit. In addition to hearing concerts, visitors to Caramoor can tour the spectacular Rosen House, explore its intriguing collections, enjoy a picnic, and experience the lush gardens and grounds – including Caramoor’s unique collection of site-specific Sound Art, permanently installed sound sculptures which draw inspiration from their environment. Caramoor also offers a formal afternoon tea service year-round in the Music Room (by reservation), a seasonal concessions tent, and a selection of public programs such as yoga, art classes, and large-scale community events.

Caramoor is a 501c3 charitable organization, primarily supported by the tremendous generosity of its community.

For Caramoor’s complete schedule: caramoor.org/events