Lowndes Macdonald, Founder and Principal

Lowndes Macdonald is the founder and principal of Macdonald Growth Strategies, LLC, a consulting firm that partners with nonprofits and mission-driven organizations to drive sustainable revenue growth through strategic fundraising and integrated communications.

 With extensive experience across nonprofit leadership, development, and external affairs, Lowndes has helped organizations strengthen financial performance, expand donor and member engagement, and clarify their messaging to better connect with stakeholders. Her work spans fundraising strategy, campaign planning, donor communications, development training, and executive-level advisory support.

 Lowndes is known for her ability to align strategy with execution. She brings structure, momentum, and measurable results to organizations seeking growth. In addition to consulting engagements, she serves in interim and fractional leadership roles, supporting organizations through periods of transition, growth, or capacity building.

 Through Macdonald Growth Strategies, Lowndes partners closely with executive teams and boards to strengthen organizational sustainability, elevate communications, and ensure mission-driven organizations are positioned to thrive.