As the Principal and founder of Coaching Philanthropies, John Scheinman brings over two decades of proven success in frontline fundraising. He takes pride in being a solutions-driven, and success-driven passionate fundraiser who assists non-profit organizations, developing strategies, and works through fundraising challenges. Working with his clients, he creates practical and effective strategies and solutions to support their missions.
As the Director of Development at Plymouth State University, John had the privilege of leading a team of dedicated professionals. This includes leading Plymouth State’s annual giving, major gift, alumni relations, and advancement services teams.
His work involved identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors and prospective donors who shared the University’s vision and goals. He successfully matched their philanthropic interests with Plymouth State’s programming and priority projects, focused on capital needs and endowment growth. John has also leveraged his skills in social networking, event planning, and coaching to engage and inspire alumni, corporations, parents, and friends.
John holds a master’s degree in special education and a passion for higher education and community service.
