Wally Long
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Wally (he/him) is a seasoned philanthropic professional and nonprofit leader dedicated to helping mission-driven nonprofits grow their fundraising, program reach, and impact. He brings deep experience in major gift fundraising, executive coaching, donor stewardship, change management, and sustainable fundraising. His commitment to education, conservation, and social justice can be seen throughout his extensive career in outdoor leadership, financial planning, and nonprofit fundraising.
In his transformative role as the Director of Philanthropy for The Nature Conservancy in Montana, Wally led fundraising efforts for a landmark conservation initiative, the largest of its kind for the organization at the time. He has also served as Director of Alumni and Development for The Northwest School in Seattle, Regional Director of Development for National Parks Conservation Association, and as Senior Major Gifts Officer and Planned Giving Director at Berkshire School.
Wally has contributed his expertise to several boards, including The Learning Circle in Summit, NJ, Flying Cloud Institute in Great Barrington, MA, and as an advisory board member for Berkshire School and the National Outdoor Leadership School. His passion for adventure and nature is evident in his enthusiasm for fly fishing, backpacking, skiing, and whitewater rafting.
A Colorado College alumnus, Wally holds a B.A. in Environmental Design, an interdisciplinary degree he curated alongside senior faculty. He resides in Bozeman, Montana, with his family and their two dogs, where they immerse themselves in the great outdoors.