About Nancy Arnot Taussig
Founder, Pinnacle Philanthropic Advisory Services
With over 35 years of experience in global philanthropy, Nancy Arnot Taussig has dedicated her career to maximizing the impact of nonprofit leaders, frontline fundraisers, and emerging philanthropists. She brings deep expertise, strategic insight, and a collaborative spirit to every partnership.
Nancy is the founder of Pinnacle Philanthropic Advisory Services, a consulting firm committed to equipping individuals and organizations with the strategies, tools, and mindset needed to drive meaningful impact for their organization and its mission.
A Proven Leader in Global Fundraising
Nancy served in senior leadership roles at Save the Children, including:
Senior Advisor of Global Philanthropy
Chief Development Officer
Executive Director of The Promise of Childhood Campaign
Vice President, Strategic Foundation Partnerships
During her nearly 30-year tenure, she led complex global teams and oversaw transformational fundraising campaigns, including two $100+M campaigns The Promise of Childhood and Safe Back to School
Nancy also brings corporate philanthropy experience from her time at Bristol-Myers Squibb, and began her career in healthcare and pharmaceutical public relations — giving her a multifaceted perspective on donor engagement and impact.
A Strategic Mind with a Heart for Mentorship
Whether coaching development teams, guiding board members, or advising emerging philanthropists, Nancy’s leadership is both visionary and deeply personal. She is known for her ability to:
Design and implement fundraising strategies that deliver results
Build high-performing, globally diverse teams
Mentor individuals at all levels with empathy and respect
Her approach is rooted in collaboration, resilience, and a passion for amplifying voices across cultures, sectors, and generations.
What Partners Are Saying
★★★★★
“Nancy is a visionary leader and strategist. At the height of COVID-19, she led the fundraising strategy behind Save the Children’s ‘Safe Back to School’ campaign – a global drive to limit the lasting impacts of the pandemic on children’s learning – and mobilised over $100 million in new raise. She combines sharp strategic acumen, new business development expertise, and an in-depth understanding of global markets with a practical, down-to-earth, ‘can do’ attitude that enables her to work with teams that vary across geographies, cultures, and capabilities. She truly was a critical contributor to our success, and we are still reaping the benefits of her work 5+ years later.”
— Jasmine Jahromi, former Safe Back to School Team Leader, Save the Children.
★★★★★
"Nancy is the definition of leadership. She takes on any and every project--no matter the size--with the same level of enthusiasm and positivity, and out-delivers all expectations. But more than what she delivers is how she does it...with compassion, empathy, and genuine respect for all those around her. She rallies her team and coaches them to excellence. She continues to be one of the best mentors of my career."
— Danielle Tranzillo, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
★★★★★
“I have had the privilege of working with Nancy Taussig in two capacities: first, at Save the Children, and now as a board member at Right to Play USA. Nancy is the consummate development professional and a seasoned leadership executive who brings unmatched expertise, strategic vision, and unwavering dedication to her social impact work.
Throughout her career, Nancy has demonstrated a remarkable ability to build effective teams, cultivate strong relationships, secure transformative partnerships, and drive mission-critical initiatives forward. Her leadership style is collaborative and inspiring, fostering confidence and cohesion in any team she supports. At Right to Play USA, her contributions as a board member have been instrumental in strengthening our resources and expanding our impact.”
— Rosemary Trent, Former National Director USA, Right to Play
Our Mission
To help nonprofits and emerging philanthropists maximize their impact by providing strategic guidance, leadership coaching, and bespoke transformative training experiences.
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Whether you're building a high-performing board, developing a bold fundraising strategy, or guiding the emerging philanthropists — Pinnacle Philanthropic Advisory Services is here to support your mission.
