Martha Schumacher

Martha H. Schumacher is a philanthropy ambassador, educator, coach, mentor, author, and champion. She is President of Hazen Consulting and the Hazen Institute for Leadership Training (HILT), creating global strategies to elevate social impact and philanthropy.

Martha has worked with and within nonprofit organizations for 25 years. Her most recent in-house adventure was leading the Defenders of Wildlife fundraising team for nine years, first as Director of Major Gifts and then as Vice President for Development. Her current and recent clients include American University, AARP Foundation, Best Buddies International, the Library of Congress and National Geographic Society.

Martha is AFP International Chair, and previously served as AFP/DC Chapter President. She was named Outstanding Fundraising Professional by the chapter in 2006. Martha holds the International Advanced Diploma in Fundraising with Distinction, and the Certified Fund Raising Executive and Advanced Certified Fund Raising Executive credentials, respectively.

Born and raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Martha earned her B.S. in Law and Public Policy from Indiana University. She goes on monthly “Chick Hikes” on the Billy Goat Trail in Maryland, and resides in Alexandria, Virginia with her husband Casey and their rescue dog Gage.