Partner with a philanthropy strategist who transforms bold visions into real-world results
Elevate your vision with expertise, creativity, and a plan that drives results.
Do any of these sound like you?
"Our strategic goals aren't translating into donor support."
"We're stuck in reactive fundraising, instead of planning for long-term growth."
"We struggle to align our big-picture goals with the resources to achieve them."
I'll help you move beyond these sticking points and toward sustainable growth.
“Marcy Engler knows how to package complex ideas and bridge the gap between the organizational ecosystem and prospective funders.”
-Katie Rohrer, Founder and Principal Consultant, Anne Allan Group
The Why
From a young age, I was taught that my voice matters—but I quickly learned that creating change requires more than passion. It requires resources.
Early in my career, I served on the board of a feminist nonprofit and saw how ambitious plans struggled without sustainable funding.
I realized to drive change, I needed the tools and frameworks of business. So I earned an MBA and began bridging the gap between vision and results.
The How
I blend business strategy with philanthropy expertise to achieve breakthrough results. My experience spans 30+ years in corporate marketing, leadership, and institutional advancement.
At NC State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences I built the development program from the ground up, drove the college's campaign to exceed its $35M goal, and transformed its board into enthusiastic fundraising partners.
At Yale University I guided a donor relationship that resulted in a $50M gift. Over my career, I have raised more than $100M while coaching leaders and teams to achieve transformational results.
Colleagues describe me as "engaging, insightful, and inspiring." I bring analytical rigor and genuine warmth to every challenge. My approach creates clarity and energizes teams, helping them move forward with confidence and purpose.
Education
Yale School of Management: MBA, Marketing, Leadership
Columbia University: B.A., English, Columbia College
Highlights from my time at NC State University
Exceeded the College’s campaign goal by $6M, raising a total of $41M.
Quadrupled the endowment from $8.5M to $35.5M
Raised $8.1M, the largest gift in college history, to establish NC State's first endowed center.
“Marcy Engler made me a better fundraiser, a better professional, stronger and more strategic as well as better-prepared, better informed. She does this to everyone around her.”
-Brandi Orbin, North Carolina State University
Let's work together to:
● Capitalize on your organization's unique strengths.
● Connect your goals with what matters to donors.
● Turn big ideas into clear, focused plans.
● Build a lasting culture of giving.