Meet the team
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With 20 years of experience in international arts philanthropy, Hanne Støvring has spearheaded Statens Museum for Kunst’s global fundraising strategy to foster cultural exchange and promote the museum's long-term growth, securing vital support for its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs.
Since establishing AFSMK in 2009, Hanne Støvring has strengthened the connection between the American public and Statens Museum for Kunst, cultivating strategic partnerships with patrons, foundations, institutions, and corporate sponsors.
She holds an MA in Art History from Aarhus University and sits on the boards of For Lige Vilkår, Rebild National Park Society, and Copenhagen DanceArts.
Email: hanne@afsmk.org
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Emily Grand has over 25 years experience in non-profit and philanthropy management and administration. She has consulted with non-profits on fundraising issues and taught Individual and Non-Profit Management at Montclair State University. Previous positions include Grants Administrator at the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and Manager of Corporate and Foundation Relations at Chicago Botanic Garden. She holds a Master’s of Management degree from Northwestern University‘s Kellogg Graduate School of Management with a concentration in non-profit management and a Bachelor’s degree from Princeton University. Emily is a Board member of the Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence as well as an avid rock climber.
Email: egrand@ghspm.com
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Alison Dichter is a Development and Events specialist with over 20 years experience working for a variety of non-profits. For the last 10+ years, she has been working for “American Friends” groups, specifically for European arts and heritage organizations. In addition to her work for AFSMK, Alison is currently Director of Major Gifts for the National Trust for Scotland USA and Administrative Director for American Friends of the Mauritshuis. Until recently, she divided her time between American Friends of the Louvre and Royal Oak Foundation. She is a proud, rare-breed Manhattanite with a BA in Art History from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Email: mail@afsmk.org
“Rooted in SMK’s commitment to universal accessibility, AFSMK bridges Danish and American cultures, fostering a continuous exchange of art, ideas, and innovation. With your support, we bring Danish art to broader audiences and strengthen our ties with the U.S., enriching the global dialogue on creativity and cultural understanding.”
— Hanne Støvring, Executive Director