We support global change through innovative research, strategic dreaming, and elevating expectations.
At Woolf Philanthropy and Leadership Consulting, we share a mission—to alleviate global suffering, to educate future generations, and to lead systemic change in pursuing a more equitable and just world.
RANGE OF SERVICES:
Executive & Transition Coaching
Board of Trustee Training & Strategic Planning
Campaign Consulting
Advancement/Development Team Audit
Nonprofit Research & Program Evaluation
Promising Leaders Mentorship
OUR METHOD
Every partnership starts with a question:
How can we help you reach your goal?
For all organizations, whether large or small, growth requires leaders that will respond to challenge with courage, humility, and a growth mindset. As your partner, we can help you identify the unique challenges facing your organization and help build the institutional will and capacity to move your mission forward.
The right partner, at the right time, can make all the difference.
“We are forever grateful to Carolyn for her strong contribution to our team, her commitment to grow and strengthen the nonprofit sector, and her very charitable heart.”
ADVANCEMENT SERVICES
Organizational Readiness Assessment
Campaign Development & Leadership Coaching
Fundraising Best Practices
Advancement Systems Management
LEADERSHIP COACHING
Mentoring & Coaching
Group Facilitation
Leadership Transitions
Building High Performance Teams
NONPROFIT RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
Root Problem Analysis
Data Quality & Methodology
Stakeholder Engagement Surveys
Research Development & Strategy
SOCIAL IMPACT EVALUATION
Impact & Program Evaluation
Performance & Capacity Building
Strategy Development
Networking & Partnerships
About
Carolyn P. Woolf brings over ten years of philanthropic and executive leadership to nonprofit organizations across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Carolyn obtained her Master’s Degree in Philanthropy from Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and her graduate certificate in Nonprofit Management from the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Carolyn is a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy and a Certified Fundraising Executive from CFRE International and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
She currently resides in Sausalito, CA, with her husband and two daughters.
“Innovative and effective leadership is the result of the investment you have made in yourself and the people around you. Rarely is it as simple as being at the right place at the right time.”
Carolyn
Testimonials
“Carolyn’s understanding of the world allows her to connect deeply to people from all backgrounds and traditions, and her compassionate intelligence builds these relationships into effective coalitions for action. Carolyn has a tremendous ability to form powerful teams, and she has the understanding and knowledge to guide her teams to positive outcomes. These are the unteachable hallmarks of a remarkable leader, and Carolyn Woolf embodies these traits. ”
““Carolyn has a gift for establishing meaningful connections with constituents, growing these relationships and building programming that engages staff, faculty, and prospects around a shared purpose.””
““Carolyn uniquely sees the bigger picture, while also executing the small details and that is not a trait many can do well. Her professionalism, combined with genuine kindness, makes her a phenomenal fundraiser and philanthropic steward.””
““Carolyn Woolf is a tremendous talent that supported the development of the U.S.-Mexico Border Philanthropy Partnership as we prepared to enter our 10th anniversary celebration. Her keen attention to detail, knowledge of the nonprofit sector, and commitment to community issues enabled her to be an incredible addition to our small and mighty staff team.””
““Carolyn brings a wealth of knowledge on philanthropy and the nonprofit sector to her work.””