Guiding Vision. Advancing Impact.
At Lighthouse Philanthropy Consulting, we help nonprofits and philanthropic leaders turn vision into strategy—and strategy into results. With nearly 25 years of experience across higher education, healthcare, and the arts, we bring deep expertise in fundraising, development planning, and donor engagement. Whether you're building a major gifts program, preparing for a campaign, or clarifying your philanthropic goals, we offer customized guidance grounded in insight, experience, and integrity.
Our Approach
Thoughtful. Strategic. Mission-Driven.
At Lighthouse Philanthropy Consulting, we believe that great fundraising and purposeful philanthropy are built on relationships, strategy, and clarity—not one-size-fits-all solutions. Every client brings a unique mission, culture, and set of challenges, and we honor that by tailoring my approach to meet you where you are.
Listening First
Before offering solutions, we take time to understand your organization's story—its values, goals, culture, and current context.
Strategy Rooted in Experience
With over 20 years of hands-on experience in fundraising and development across sectors, we bring vision and practical know-how. Our recommendations are grounded in what works, built from a proven track record in higher education, healthcare, and the arts.
Collaborative, Not Prescriptive
We don’t hand over a thick report and walk away. We work alongside you as a partner—engaging your team, empowering your leaders, and helping you build internal capacity that lasts beyond the engagement.
Committed to Coaching & Capacity Building
Invested in the next generation of fundraising professionals—offering coaching, training, and support to strengthen leadership across the sector.
Fundraising Strategy & Development Planning
Comprehensive development assessments and Campaign Planning
Strategic fundraising plans
Annual and multi-year fundraising strategies
Integration of fundraising and organizational goals
Infrastructure and staffing recommendations
Board and donor engagement strategies
Expertise
Major Gifts & Donor Engagement
Major gift strategy and pipeline development
Donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship planning
Portfolio analysis and prospect strategy
Coaching for frontline fundraisers
Systems and processes to support relationship-based fundraising
Case For Support Development
Professional Coaching & Capacity Building
1:1 coaching for development professionals
Team training and workshop facilitation
Board training for fundraising engagement
Leadership support for new or transitioning advancement leaders
Strategic advising for executive directors and leadership teams
Interim Leadership strategy
Introducing Beacon by Lighthouse
Not every organization is ready for a full consulting engagement.
Beacon was built for that gap. It's an AI coaching platform designed specifically for nonprofit fundraisers, offering on-demand guidance across portfolio strategy, donor communications, and ask preparation, built on 20 years of real philanthropy practice.
Founder & CEO, Lighthouse Philanthropy Consulting, LLCWhy Lighthouse?
Lighthouse Philanthropy Consulting was founded on the belief that effective fundraising and meaningful philanthropy require more than passion—clarity, strategy, and trust.
With over two decades of experience in fundraising and development, Founder V. Tanya Adamo-Johnson brings deep expertise spanning higher education, healthcare, and the arts. Her approach is collaborative and practical, grounded in organizations’ real-world challenges and the opportunities that thoughtful strategy can unlock.
Every organization is different—and so are its needs. That’s why Lighthouse delivers customized support tailored to your mission, structure, and goals. From campaign planning to team development to major gift strategy, we partner with clients to create achievable, mission-aligned solutions that drive results.
We collaborate with institutions worldwide to strengthen nonprofit leadership, cross-cultural giving, and institutional capacity.
At Lighthouse, we don’t just consult—we commit. We partner with organizations and professionals to build the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to move forward with purpose and impact.
Let’s Start the Conversation
Whether you're a nonprofit organization looking for strategic support or a fundraising professional seeking coaching or qualification training, Lighthouse is here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
FAQ
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Every engagement begins with a conversation. Whether you have a specific challenge in mind or simply need help clarifying your next step, we’ll start by listening.
We’ll talk about your goals, your current capacity, and what success looks like for you or your organization. From there, we’ll outline a path forward—one that’s strategic, achievable, and aligned with your mission.
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Because every organization and engagement are unique, pricing varies based on the scope, timeline, and type of support you need. We offer flexible options, including:
Project-Based Fees for clearly defined deliverables
Hourly or Monthly Consulting Rates for ongoing strategic support
Coaching Packages tailored to individual professionals or teams
Workshops & Trainings priced per session or series
We’re happy to provide a custom proposal after an initial conversation to better understand your goals, needs, and capacity.
Let’s talk about what’s possible—and what’s practical for your budget.
Contact Us for a Quote
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Every organization has its own culture, capacity, and challenges—and that’s exactly why Lighthouse takes a personalized approach. Whether you’re a large institution, a small arts nonprofit, or a growing team with limited resources, we adapt our process to fit your structure, goals, and pace.
We don’t believe in copy-paste strategies. Instead, we partner closely with you to build solutions that are realistic, strategic, and aligned with your mission.
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Yes. In fact, that’s often when clients reach out. Whether you’re just getting started with fundraising or navigating a period of transition, Lighthouse can provide the strategic guidance and hands-on support you need to build a strong foundation.
We can help you prioritize efforts, set achievable goals, and design a plan that matches your current capacity—while also positioning you for long-term growth. You don’t need a full team in place to begin moving forward.