Nancy Watson

Background

About Nancy Watson

I have dedicated my career to raising significant support for institutions that embody my passion for improving people’s lives and protecting our planet. I elevate my colleagues’ vision and potential as we work together to fundraise for scalable solutions to today’s challenges. I thrive in working collaboratively with leadership and other experts, motivating and leading teams, and building enduring philanthropic partnerships to ensure these organizations have the resources they need to drive impact. I have pioneered new fundraising operations, creating a strategic vision and building out teams to grow significant revenue streams. I have been recognized by leadership and asked to take on a variety of institutional roles ranging from managing board committees to facilitating strategic planning to serving as interim chief development officer. Career Highlights: • Raised $375M+ to date from U.S. and European philanthropic foundations and individuals • Raised $21M+ to date for 501c4 work • Served as interim chief development officer • Worked closely with CEOs/presidents and board members to strategically drive increased philanthropic revenue • Mentored multiple team members and supported them through promotions and career advancement • Co-chaired the Fundraising Working Group of the Equitable and Just National Climate Platform Expertise: institutional advancement; growing a diverse base of funders; extensive experience with U.S. and European philanthropy, 501c3 and 501c4 fundraising; foundation, corporate, government, and major gift fundraising; six- to eight-figure solicitations; donor cultivation and stewardship; strategic relationship building; grant writing; pre- and post-award grant management; campaign fundraising and management; board collaboration; team leadership; mentoring and professional development; hiring and team building; event planning and management; prospect research; problem solving; institutional integration and collaboration; nonprofit accounting standards and laws related to fundraising