Angela Cavanaugh

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About Angela Cavanaugh

I’m a Nonprofit Business Consultant and CEO with over 15 years of experience helping mission-driven organizations grow, fundraise, and maximize impact. My passion lies in supporting small, minority-owned nonprofits to secure the resources and strategies they need to thrive. Throughout my career, I’ve raised millions in grant funding, built partnerships with national foundations, and developed growth strategies that increased program reach by more than 40%. As CEO of Lewis & Cavanaugh LLC, I’ve guided emerging organizations through startup challenges, board development, and long-term sustainability planning—turning ideas into impactful community programs. Previously, I advanced foundation relations and business development efforts at global nonprofits like The Nature Conservancy and Conservation International. In those roles, I successfully managed multimillion-dollar grant portfolios, streamlined donor engagement systems, and consistently exceeded fundraising goals. Colleagues describe me as collaborative, resourceful, and deeply committed to equity. I believe nonprofits are catalysts for change, and I thrive on helping leaders translate vision into measurable results. I’m currently seeking leadership opportunities in fundraising, development, and nonprofit strategy—roles where I can bring proven expertise, strong networks, and a solutions-focused mindset to expand impact. Let’s connect if you’re looking for someone who can combine big-picture strategy with hands-on execution to move your mission forward.