Empowering higher-ed institutions and their leaders to identify prospects, connect authentically, and ask for aspirational gifts.

Coaching in Executive Fundraising & University Leadership.
High-level Research and Strategy to identify top prospects.
Guidance for Capital and Building Campaigns

Who We Are

Birdsong Advisors uses cutting-edge research tools and innovative solutions for building financial support for special projects, capital campaigns, and endowments. Working together, we’ll identify hidden donors, new prospects, and advice on the best ways to engage them.

Our primary customers are CEOs and institutional leaders who want to grow and succeed. Everyone needs guidance along the way. We’'ll give you the right tools to connect with the right donors. We're committed to help you and the institution you lead be successful.

About Mark

Mark Vogelzang is a seasoned public broadcasting CEO, who has led PBS and NPR stations in Maine, Vermont, Philadelphia and Las Vegas over his 40-year career. He’s recognized for developing new television and radio programming services at his institutions, collaborating closely with community Boards of Directors, and constructing state-of-the-art media facilities funded by multi-million-dollar capital campaigns.

Mark served on the national Biologos Board, and the NPR Board of Directors. He’s a serious amateur photographer, choral singer, and proud dad of five and granddad of many.

About Marthe

Marthe Vogelzang hails from The Netherlands. After obtaining her law degree in the Netherlands and an MBA in the US, she assumed leadership roles in marketing for media and philanthropic organizations in Nevada and California. Her expertise lies in market and data research, employing sophisticated tools to assist organizations in identifying prospective clients who possess the requisite capacity and interests that align with her clients’ objectives.

Additionally, Marthe is an avid dressage rider and horse trainer, and she is the mother of three accomplished sons.

Our Process

Identify Prospects

We use high level research to analyze the donor database and identify untapped prospective major donors.
Build Relationships

We intentionally develop ongoing, authentic donor relationships on behalf of the President & CEO, creating a trusted advisor portfolio.
Unlock Giving

We curate connections where the leader can aspirational vision with donors, creating next-level giving opportunities.