Nonprofit Fundraising and Search Consulting
that Empowers Growth
SAGE ADVANCEMENT GROUP, founded in 2013, is a leading nonprofit fundraising consulting and executive search firm in Greater Boston. Our consultants bring decades of experience to our nonprofit clients, offering fundraising, capital campaign, and search solutions that fit your budget and help you raise more money for the causes that matter.
Our firsthand knowledge of best practices drives our strategic counsel. If your nonprofit is tired of the trial and error approach to fundraising or search, give us a call. We partner with nonprofits throughout New England and across the country (some as far as Alaska!), providing fundraising, capital campaign, and executive search services that get results.
Contact us today to learn how we can help your organization thrive.
Nonprofit Fundraising and Search Services
Community Action Partnership
"Sage was vital to the success of our capital campaign. From the feasibility study, campaign planning, campaign materials, committee guidance and personal coaching, they were there for us."
- Betsey Andrews-Parker, CEO
Reach Out and Read
"When I look back at the milestones that have led us to the successes we’ve had over the past few years, I know that our work together was pivotal. I still think that your assessment was one of the best and clearest I’ve read!"
- Brian Gallagher, Former CEO
Rivier University
"By implementing their recommendations, we increased our Board’s support and achieved our increased goal. Their personalized approach and ability to understand our unique needs made for a very successful partnership.”
-Karen Cooper, VP of Development
Food For Free
"Not only did Sage help us identify over 175 new major donor prospects and provide coaching and planning support, but within less than a year of our engagement, we saw a high rate of return on our investment."
- Sasha Purpura, Executive Director
Our Nonprofit Clients
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Meet the Team
Ann Riley
CO-FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL
Ann brings deep analytical skills to Sage clients, using data to inform strategy. Her marketing and market research expertise allows us to offer solutions based on data, not hunches. Learn more.
Laura Ewing-Mahoney
CO-FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL
Laura finds joy in partnering with mission based nonprofits to advance fundraising and create strong development teams. She has raised major funds across the county in support a broad spectrum of causes. Learn more.
Catherine Regan
MARKETING MANAGER
Cat's past work with local visual and performing artists and animal rescues helps her create inspiring marketing strategies for Sage. Cat is an avid animal lover and has worked with animal rescue nonprofits. Learn more.