About Us
McDermott Philanthropy
Founded by Beth McDermott, a seasoned fundraising leader with a proven track record at renowned institutions, McDermott Philanthropy combines deep expertise with a personal, hands-on approach. Whether guiding leadership through complex campaigns, crafting compelling cases for support, or providing interim advancement leadership, we tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each client. Driven by passion, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, we help turn aspirations into achievements.
Our Team
Of Fundraising Experts
Beth McDermott
Founder / Principal
Deb Ianno
Senior Consultant
What We Do
Customized solutions to meet your needs.
Services
Leadership Counsel
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Campaign Planning & Management
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Organizational Assessment & Planning
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Case-Making
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Integration
Why choose us
Leverage 30+ years of experience to accelerate fundraising growth and maximize impact for your organization
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Proven Track Record
Over $1.5B raised through sound strategy, effective management, and inspiring ideas
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Expert Leadership Counsel
Thought partnership for your leadership team at all stages
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Comprehensive Campaign Support
End-to-end assistance from feasibility to execution to completion
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Decades of Experience
30+ years of helping organizations achieve transformational results
How We Operate
Engaging with McDermott Philanthropy
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Discovery
Contact us to schedule a initial consultation and discuss your organization’s unique needs.
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Assessment & Strategy
We’ll propose an engagement tailored to suit your organization’s needs
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Partnership & Execution
Once aligned on goals, we’ll work closely with you and your key stakeholders to deliver outsized impact