Nonprofit Consulting & Fundraising in Washington, DC Since 1991, Orr Group has partnered with Washington, DC, nonprofits to provide comprehensive consulting services that help organizations grow revenue and achieve lasting impact. Located in the heart of Georgetown, we have spent over three decades helping mission-driven organizations raise hundreds of millions of dollars and strengthen their long-term capacity.
Why Choose Orr Group in Washington, DC Orr Group understands the unique dynamics of Washington, DC’s philanthropic landscape, where nonprofits work to meet urgent community needs while competing for donor attention in one of the nation’s most concentrated nonprofit markets. With deep local roots and proven expertise, we help organizations expand their reach, engage donors, and achieve sustainable growth. What truly sets us apart is our embedded partnership model. We don’t advise from the sidelines; we work as part of your team. Our approach combines proven models of success with creative, customized solutions designed for your organization’s goals. Drawing on our firsthand experience as fundraisers and strategic thought leaders for nonprofits across the region, we know DC’s philanthropic ecosystem inside and out. This local knowledge, paired with our national and sector-wide experience, allows us to deliver strategies that are ambitious yet grounded, helping your organization achieve lasting impact in DC and beyond.
Carnegie Science Carnegie Science, a leading incubator for cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research in Washington DC, partnered with Orr Group to engage leading philanthropists and expand its impact through a transformational $100 million fundraising campaign. Through our continued partnership, we’ve strengthened Carnegie’s fundraising capacity by leading campaign preparation and management, advancing planned giving initiatives, and supporting leadership through training and coaching. We have also managed key talent searches and delivered DEI training to reinforce Carnegie’s commitment to inclusive excellence. Our work together has yielded powerful results. With $38 million in planned gift potential, a recent $35 million bequest, and the right infrastructure now in place, Carnegie is well-positioned to achieve its $100 million goal and continue fueling scientific discovery from its state-of-the-art campus in Washington, DC.
MedStar Health MedStar Health, the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, DC region, turned to Orr Group to strengthen its philanthropic capacity and leadership amid institutional growth. Our six-year partnership began when Orr Group stepped in as Interim Chief Development Officer at Washington Hospital Center to drive major, foundation, and corporate fundraising and board engagement while assessing its overall philanthropic infrastructure. Through executive management support and targeted program development, Orr Group helped MedStar build toward transformational philanthropy. These efforts have established a foundation for scalable fundraising, positioned MedStar to run visionary campaigns ranging from $30-$500 million, and sharpened its ability to engage top-tier donors. MedStar is now equipped with the tools to convert ambitious goals into concrete impact in the DC region’s healthcare landscape.
“ Walking into a new role, it was invaluable to have Orr Group as a thought partner who immediately understood our vision and how to bring it to life. Their team brought deep experience, fresh perspective, and practical guidance that helped chart the path forward for Carnegie Science.” “Walking into a new role, it was invaluable to have Orr Group as a thought partner who immediately understood our vision and how to bring it to life. Their team brought deep experience, fresh perspective, and practical guidance that helped chart the path forward for Carnegie Science.” Jeanine Forsythe, Chief Development Officer, Carnegie Science