Martina Grunwald

Executive Associate

With over 30 years of experience in philanthropy, Martina has earned a reputation as a turn-around specialist. Her approach has achieved comprehensive and transformative change for a wide range of leading organizations in the U.S. including during her 14 years with Johns Hopkins Medicine and seven years with the University of Maryland. Utilizing a strategic approach to program assessment and development, she has realigned, retrained, and coached teams, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to perform effectively and collaboratively, resulting in consistently higher results year over year.

Martina has 20+ years of direct experience in grateful patient philanthropy, securing transformational 7- and 8 – figure commitments primarily from individual donors. As a philanthropy leader, she is able to effectively fulfill organizational vision grounded in applying best-case practice and data analysis through clear communication, strong organizational execution and team building across stakeholders.

Areas of expertise: Martina’s predominant area of expertise is in Fundraising Campaigns and Strategic Planning. She also has extensive experience in Development Program Review and Expansion Strategies, and Major and Principal Gifts.

Sector Experience: Arts and Culture, Education, Healthcare.

Fundraising Must Have: Every organization should align its vision and mission with its goals, strategies, and culture.