Senior Consultant

Patricia Broughton, CFRE

Evanston, IL

Pat is a seasoned fundraiser with nearly three decades of front-line experience in major gifts, capital campaigns, and planned giving programs. As a prominent advocate for racial justice and environmental causes, Pat brings her infectious enthusiasm and passion for fundraising to every client project. She inspires her clients to pursue ambitious goals with confidence, create innovative solutions, and build lasting cultures of philanthropy. 

Prior to consulting, Pat was the Vice President of Philanthropy at Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago/Northwest Indiana. Pat has been a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) since 1999. While serving on the board of the Association of Fundraising Professional (AFP) Chicago chapter (2017-2022), she co-founded White Fundraisers Advocating for Racial Equity and continues to co-lead this affinity group.

Team(s)

Fundraising

Recent clients

  • Awake
  • Bradley University Hillel
  • Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity
  • CURE Epilepsy
  • European Leadership Network (ELNET)
  • Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook

Education

Master of Science in Journalism, Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Northwestern University

Interests

Pat enjoys outdoor adventures, kayaking, canoeing, bike touring and yoga.