Angela Oonk

Director of Development

[email protected] | 734-647-0864

Pronouns | she/her/hers


Background
I have been Director of Development at the Clements Library since 2015. My husband and I are both proud University of Michigan graduates. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Policy and Behavior from the School of Environment and Sustainability. As an undergrad I worked at the Museum of Natural History, and following graduation I led their first “Buy A Bone” campaign. I have been working as a fundraiser ever since! My ideal vacation involves historical sites, museums, national parks and anywhere else providing a unique, immersive learning opportunity. I am proud to be working at a world-class historical archive where I learn something new every day, and where I can help connect people to American history.

Responsibilities
As Director of Development, I oversee fundraising, events, and marketing with a team of 3 other full-time professionals, numerous students and volunteers, and close collaboration with all of my Clements colleagues. You might also read my regular column in the Clements Quarto magazine and see me virtually as the host of the monthly Clements Bookworm series. Understanding the needs of the Clements Library and matching those opportunities with a donor’s passion is a delightful way to spend my days.