Buxser Consulting, LLC is a strategic advisory firm specializing in philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, and high-impact giving. With over 20 years of experience guiding philanthropists, foundations, and mission-driven organizations, the firm helps clients align values with action, design effective initiatives, and build lasting donor relationships.
The firm provides tailored advising to ultra high net worth individuals, family offices, and foundation boards, supporting the development of customized giving strategies, governance practices, and stewardship frameworks. Buxser Consulting also partners with nonprofit organizations to strengthen board leadership, innovate in fundraising, and implement long-term strategies that enhance sustainability and impact.
In addition to strategy and development services, the firm offers executive coaching and leadership support for CEOs, boards, and senior teams navigating periods of growth, transition, or organizational change.
With a cross-regional presence rooted in Southern California, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the New York Metro Area, Buxser Consulting brings a broad, experienced perspective to every engagement—serving clients across the philanthropic and nonprofit landscape with insight, integrity, and results.
Scope $100M Philanthropic Alignment & Legacy Planning
Challenge A family sought to realign giving priorities with evolving values and prepare the next generation for philanthropic leadership.
Approach
• Developed a comprehensive values-driven giving strategy
• Established a Next Gen Advisory Board for engagement and education
• Supported long-term succession and legacy planning
Results
• Increased next gen involvement and satisfaction
• Improved clarity and alignment across family giving priorities
Scope Major Gifts | Program Strategy | Board Development
Challenge
Needed to expand its major donor pipeline and deepen stewardship for ultra high net worth individuals.
Approach
• Personally secured $10M+ in new gifts
• Launched a high touch stewardship and recognition program
• Built and implemented a long-term major gifts strategy
• Engaged board in donor portfolio management
Results
• Record breaking fundraising year
• Sustainable pipeline for future major gifts
Scope Organizational Leadership | Strategic Planning | Fundraising
Challenge
Faced with rapid growth, the organization needed to expand capacity, improve operations, and boost revenue.
Approach
• Created and executed a strategic growth plan
• Managed $1M+ budget and large team
• Launched fundraising campaigns and programs
• Strengthened board governance and donor engagement
Results
• $2M+ in new revenue
• Programs expanded to serve 28,000+ youth annually
• Improved donor trust and operational stability
Scope Executive Coaching | Board Development | Fundraising Strategy
Challenge
A strong CEO needed tools and support to lead governance and fundraising efforts more effectively. The board was unevenly engaged.
Approach
• Provided structured coaching for the CEO
• Planned board retreats and clarified board roles
• Introduced best practices and strategy
Results
• 50% increase in fundraising within 12 months
• Expanded board participation and accountability
• Improved CEO confidence and leadership clarity
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