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Columbus Metropolitan Club

Founded in 1976 by a group of visionary women, the Columbus Metropolitan Club (CMC) has long served as a hub for connecting people and ideas through meaningful community conversations. Following the announcement of longtime President and CEO Jane Scott’s retirement, the CMC Board of Directors engaged Benefactor Group to conduct an executive search for the
March 31, 2025

Colorado State Fair

In 2023, the Fair Authority engaged Benefactor Group to conduct a feasibility study, focusing on the construction of a new multi-use, year-round Pavilion, which is the top priority of the $177 million Master Plan. Benefactor Group's study revealed a viable pathway for campaign success, offering a set of recommendations and a plan to raise the
March 28, 2025

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Cleveland Museum of Art, renowned for its commitment to creating transformative experiences through art, engaged Benefactor Group in 2021 to conduct a campaign planning study for a proposed $200 million campaign.
March 28, 2025

Columbus State Technical and Community College

Benefactor Group has assisted Columbus State Technical and Community College leaders in enhancing their development operations in anticipation of a comprehensive campaign. In late 2009, we conducted a feasibility study that yielded valuable insights into the college's fundraising potential. Based on these findings, we worked closely with the college to restructure the development office, ensuring
March 28, 2025

Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation

In its pursuit of developing a culture of transformational philanthropy, Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation has focused on creating compelling business cases that resonate with principal donors and inspire significant, transformational investments. Over the past two years, Benefactor Group has partnered with the Foundation to advance this mission through several key initiatives.
March 28, 2025

Children’s Hunger Alliance

Children’s Hunger Alliance (CHA) is dedicated to providing access to healthy food, nutrition education, and physical activity for children across Ohio. The organization sought to expand its philanthropic reach beyond Central Ohio and cultivate a new corps of donors to secure additional resources for its ongoing programs. The organization set an ambitious goal of raising
March 28, 2025

Chicago Botanic Garden

In early 2024, the Chicago Botanic Garden released a new strategic plan with bold ambitions to achieve global recognition for its nature-based initiatives and their impact on how people experience, value, and care for the planet. To support this ambitious vision, Garden leaders began discussions about a capital campaign and engaged Benefactor Group for assistance.
March 28, 2025
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