Guiding Vision. Advancing Impact.
At Lighthouse Philanthropy Consulting, we believe every organization's path to sustainable fundraising is unique. That's why we don't believe in one-size-fits-all consulting. We listen first, understand your mission, culture, and goals, then build strategies that reflect your organization's unique opportunities and challenges.
We're more than consultants, we're active fundraising practitioners. Every day, we're working alongside nonprofit leaders, strengthening donor strategies, building fundraising programs, coaching teams, and navigating the same challenges our clients face. Our recommendations aren't based on what worked years ago. They're informed by what's working today. Whether you're preparing for a campaign, strengthening major gifts, building fundraising capacity, or navigating organizational change, we partner with you to develop practical, sustainable strategies that lead to lasting results.
Our Approach
Thoughtful. Strategic. Mission-Driven.
Every engagement begins with a conversation, not a recommendation. Before we suggest solutions, we take time to understand your mission, your people, your culture, and your goals. That understanding becomes the foundation for practical strategies your organization can implement with confidence.
Listening First
We begin by understanding where your organization is today, where you want to go, and what's standing in the way. Every recommendation is shaped by your mission, your culture, and your capacity, not by a predetermined playbook.
Strategy Rooted in Experience
With over 20 years of frontline fundraising experience, our strategies are grounded in practice, not theory. Because we're actively working alongside nonprofit organizations every day, our guidance reflects today's fundraising environment, evolving donor expectations, and the realities nonprofit leaders face.
Collaborative, Not Prescriptive
We don't believe the best consulting ends with a report. We work alongside your team to build practical solutions, strengthen internal capacity, and create momentum that lasts well beyond our engagement.
Committed to Coaching & Capacity Building
Strong fundraising organizations are built by confident leaders. Whether we're coaching executive directors, development professionals, or boards, our goal is to strengthen the people and systems that sustain fundraising long after our work together ends.
Strategic Fundraising & Organizational Growth
Organizational fundraising assessments
Strategic fundraising planning
Campaign planning and readiness
Development infrastructure and staffing strategy
Board engagement and fundraising governance
Multi-year fundraising roadmaps
Expertise
Major Gifts & Donor Strategy
Major gift strategy
Donor engagement strategies
Donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
Relationship-based fundraising systems
Case for support development
Donor communications and engagement planning
Leadership, Coaching & Innovation
Executive leadership coaching
Development team coaching and facilitation
Board fundraising education
Interim and fractional development leadership
Practical AI solutions for nonprofit fundraising
Beacon by Lighthouse, AI-powered fundraising support
Introducing Beacon by Lighthouse
Not every nonprofit is ready for a full consulting engagement, but every fundraiser deserves access to trusted expertise.
Beacon by Lighthouse is our AI-powered fundraising coach, built from more than 20 years of frontline fundraising experience. Designed for nonprofit professionals, Beacon helps strengthen donor communications, prepare for important conversations, and navigate fundraising challenges with practical, on-demand guidance.
Whether you're preparing for a donor meeting, writing an appeal, refining your next ask, or working through a fundraising challenge, Beacon gives you experienced guidance whenever you need it.
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.