Melissa Tillman

Founder & CEO at Nonprofit Growth Advisors

Founder & CEO of Nonprofit Growth Advisors

About
I’m Melissa Tillman, founder and CEO of Nonprofit Growth Advisors in Los Angeles. With more than twenty years of experience in the nonprofit sector, I’ve dedicated my career to strengthening organizations through leadership transitions, fundraising strategy, and board development. Much of my work has focused on women and youth, while also supporting nonprofits that serve broader communities, and I... Read more

Joined September 2025 • Los Angeles

Why I joined Los Angeles Professional Women for Good
I’ve spent much of my career strengthening nonprofits, often focused on programs for women and girls, while also working with organizations serving broader communities. I joined the Los Angeles Professional Women For Good Leadership Circle because I believe in the power of collective giving to uplift women and girls in our city, as well as to connect with others who share a passion for equity and social impact. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling internationally, which continues to broaden my perspective on philanthropy and community-building.

Interests

Economic Empowerment

Community Building

Advocacy & Social Justice

Health

Arts & Culture

Pets & Animals

Climate Change & Environment

Hunger & Nutrition

Civic Engagement

Girls & Women

Children & Family

Equity & Equality

Social & Human Services

Education

Grapevine Membership

130 members

Los Angeles Professional Women for Good

Helping professional women in Los Angeles build connections while doing good for the greater community. We focus on helping each other improve our careers and enrich our personal lives, all while doing great work in our community. We come together on...

Nonprofits Supported

80,000 Hours
San Francisco, CA, United States

Grapevine Giving Foundation Donation Fund
New York City, NY, United States