Christopher Bean

Christopher Bean is an experienced development professional with a strong background in fundraising and event coordination. Currently serving as a Development Officer at IslandWood since November 2021, Bean previously held positions at Columbia Land Trust as a Development Associate and De Paul Treatment Centers as a Development Manager. Notable accomplishments include planning a signature fundraising gala at the Portland Children's Museum, which raised over $182,000, and managing various fundraising events across different organizations. Bean possesses expertise in grant writing, donor management, and collaborative project execution, supported by a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Western Washington University.