Bio

Tom Brush – Helping Nonprofits Stay Strong & Thrive

For nearly 25 years, I’ve worked with nonprofit organizations to strengthen their leadership, donor engagement, and resource development strategies. Just like a doctor assesses a patient’s health, I help nonprofits diagnose challenges, prescribe strategic solutions, and ensure they remain strong, sustainable, and impactful.

As the founder of Advancement Designs, I specialize in strategic planning, fundraising growth, board & volunteer management, and donor stewardship. Through my Nonprofit Check-Up, I provide organizations with a clear, customized path forward—helping them focus on the actions that drive the greatest results.

I believe every nonprofit is unique, and I work alongside leaders to design tailored solutions that align with their mission and goals. Whether you're facing donor fatigue, an underperforming board, or stagnant fundraising efforts, I help diagnose the root cause and prescribe the right strategies for long-term success.

Beyond my consulting work, I serve as an Associate Consultant with the Maryland Association of Nonprofits (MANO), hold a Bachelor’s degree and an MBA, and am a Standards of Excellence Licensed Consultant and AFP member. I’ve also served as president of two nonprofit boards and regularly speak at conferences and events to share insights on nonprofit growth and sustainability.

When I’m not working with nonprofit leaders, I enjoy networking, building connections, and officiating girls' and women's lacrosse—because teamwork, strategy, and leadership extend far beyond the nonprofit world.

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