Ray Foote

Background

About Ray Foote

I help nonprofit organizations raise more funds through capital campaigns, major gifts fundraising, board development, and fundraising counsel. My consulting is informed by 36 years as a front-line fundraiser, leader of incredible development teams, executive leadership for national organizations, and volunteer governance for causes I care about. I bring special expertise in fostering philanthropy and partnerships for conservation, environment, and preservation. Having raised more than $350 million for worthy missions in my career to date, I am eager to help other nonprofit organizations fulfill their missions. Successful campaign leadership. Experienced negotiator of major philanthropic commitments and complex partnerships with top U.S. companies. Strategist in institutional communications, major gifts, and organizational growth. Frequent speaker at conferences, seminars, universities, and passionate presenter for missions I have represented. Deeply committed to the nonprofit sector, philanthropy, DEI, and forging high-performing governance/staff teams. Natural coach and mentor.