Drew Giddings
Social Impact Strategist
Drew Giddings is a social impact strategist, philanthropic advisor, and executive coach with more than two decades of experience supporting nonprofit organizations, public sector partners, and mission-driven leaders.
He is the Founder & Principal Consultant of Giddings Consulting Group, LLC, where he advises organizations on fundraising strategy, governance, leadership development, and sustainable growth. His work focuses on helping institutions move from transactional fundraising to relationship-centered philanthropy grounded in trust, accountability, and shared power.
Drew's portfolio spans education, climate and environmental justice, workforce development, community development, and the arts. He has partnered with more than 100 local and national organizations to design fund development plans, launch major giving initiatives, strengthen boards, and build internal systems that support long-term impact.
Drew is known for bridging strategy with practice. He brings clarity to complex challenges and helps leaders align values, structure, and resources to achieve measurable outcomes.
In addition to his consulting work, Drew serves on multiple nonprofit boards and advises executive teams and trustees navigating growth, change, and organizational tension. He is a member of the Clinton Global Initiative and is committed to building strong institutions through shared leadership, disciplined strategy, and deep relationships rooted in purpose.
By the Numbers
25+
Years of Experience
100+
Organizations Served
7+
Sectors
CGI
Clinton Global Initiative Member
Areas of Expertise
Strategic Planning
Equity-centered strategic planning for nonprofits navigating growth, transition, and community accountability.
Learn moreBoard Development & Governance
Building high-performing boards through assessments, retreats, governance policy development, and recruitment strategies.
Learn moreExecutive Coaching
One-on-one coaching for nonprofit leaders navigating organizational complexity, team dynamics, and strategic growth.
Learn moreFund Development
Fundraising strategy, donor cultivation, case for support development, and campaign planning for sustainable growth.
Learn moreSocial Impact Strategy
Coalition building, partnership development, community engagement strategies, and impact measurement frameworks.
Learn morePhilanthropic Advising
Guiding foundations and donors in maximizing philanthropic impact through strategic giving and grantee portfolio analysis.
Sector Experience
K-12 and Higher Education
Climate and Environmental Justice
Workforce Development
Community Development
Arts and Culture
Faith-Based Organizations
Public Health and Social Services
Foundations and Philanthropic Organizations
Approach
Drew's consulting practice is built on the conviction that strong organizations lead to stronger communities. Every engagement begins with deep listening — understanding the goals, challenges, and community context before recommending strategy.
His approach centers equity as a methodological commitment, not just a value statement. This means examining who participates in planning processes, how decisions are made, and how success is measured — all through the lens of justice and community voice.
Drew works as a trusted thought partner — not just a consultant who hands over a report and disappears. Engagements include implementation support, leadership development, and ongoing strategic guidance to ensure that strategy translates into lasting impact.
