Sara Coffey

Sara Coffey is an experienced development professional currently serving as the Interim Director of Development for the Global Economy & Development program at The Brookings Institution since April 2023. In addition to this role, Sara operates as an Independent Consultant with SJC Consulting, providing strategic counsel to nonprofits on various aspects including fundraising assessments, board development, and executive coaching. Sara's extensive career at The Brookings Institution includes positions as Consultant, Associate Director, and Senior Development Officer within the Center for Universal Education and the Global Economy & Development Program. Prior experience includes roles at the German Marshall Fund of the United States, National Philharmonic, and Shakespeare Theatre Company. Sara holds an MLitt in Business Administration and Management from the University of St Andrews, a BA in Political Science and Government from Sweet Briar College, and participated in the International Honors Program focused on Urban Studies at the School for International Training.