Amy Eisenstein
Amy Eisenstein, ACFRE, is a keynote speaker, author, and consultant on capital campaigns and major gift fundraising who helps nonprofit leaders and boards raise millions of dollars for mission-driven growth. She is the CEO and co-founder of Capital Campaign Pro and has spent more than two decades guiding organizations through successful campaigns with clarity, confidence, and integrity.
Through her speaking, writing, teaching, and consulting, Amy equips nonprofit leaders, boards, and development teams to raise more money while strengthening relationships and building a culture of philanthropy. She is particularly known for helping organizations navigate complex campaigns in uncertain environments while maintaining strong donor engagement and internal alignment.
Before founding Capital Campaign Pro, Amy served as a development director for more than a decade. She has since spent almost 20 years as a fundraising consultant, advising organizations on major gifts and capital campaign strategy. She holds the Advanced Certified Fundraising Executive credential, earned in 2013, and became a Certified Fundraising Executive in 2004.
In recognition of her leadership in the field, Amy was named an Association of Fundraising Professionals Distinguished Fellow in 2019. She is the author of 50 Asks in 50 Weeks, Major Gift Fundraising for Small Shops, and A Board Member’s Guide to Capital Campaign Fundraising. Amy also hosts a weekly podcast, All About Capital Campaigns, where she shares practical insights for nonprofit leaders.
Amy served on the board of the AFP-New Jersey chapter for nearly a decade, including as board president, and currently serves on the ACFRE board, as well as the board of the Westfield Foundation, her local community foundation.
Areas of Expertise
Amy has a real passion for major gift fundraising and capital campaigns, as well as board development. She also has a special place in her heart for social service agencies, including hunger relief, women’s organizations, and social justice issues.
Education and Certifications
- B.A. from Douglass College at Rutgers University
- MPA in Nonprofit Management from Wagner Graduate School at New York University
- CFRE – 2004
- ACFRE – 2013
Location
Westfield, New Jersey
Amy lives with her husband of 20 years, and they have two, nearly grown kids, as well as a goldendoodle named Goldie. She loves to read and has multiple books open on her nightstand and Kindle.
She’s training for a 5K and committed to breaking her prior record of 45 minutes.
