We specialize in institutional advancement consulting, strategic planning, and capital campaign management for Catholic secondary education. It is our singular focus.
Serving Catholic Education
Catholic Schools Served
Dollars Raised
Thank you very much for your interest in Advancement Partners and welcome to our website.
There are five core values that are the essential and enduring tenets of our company.
Capital Campaign/Major Gift Management, Annual Fund Creation/Enhancement, Strategic Planning, and more.
Join us August 5-7, 2026 for our annual three-day seminar designed for Catholic school development professionals, presidents, principals, and board members.
Learn More & Register“We are deeply grateful for the exceptional partnership we found in Advancement Partners. Their expertise and heartfelt commitment guided us through both our strategic planning process and our historic $40 million capital campaign Professional, gracious, and genuinely mission-aligned, they understood our 75 year legacy as one of the nation’s most recognizable Catholic high schools and helped chart a bold course for our future. This campaign was brought to a successful close with their wisdom and guidance, and will reinvigorate Mater Dei’s campus and position for the next 75 years. I would recommend Advancement Partners, and more specifically Don Fairholm, again and again; as their insight and integrity made all the difference”
Vice President of School Relations
Mater Dei High School, Santa Ana, CA
“Working with Advancement Partners on our first capital campaign in 20+ years was an exceptional experience. Don quickly felt like family—supportive, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to our mission. API provided a clear roadmap, strong guidance, and a thoughtful approach that helped us engage our community and move confidently toward an ambitious goal, strengthening our school’s future. What once felt overwhelming became achievable with their leadership. We’re grateful for their guidance and I would highly recommend them to any Catholic school preparing for a major initiative.”
Executive Director
Pius X Foundation, Lincoln, NE
“We at De La Salle Collegiate are thrilled to share our gratitude for the exceptional work of Advancement Partners who guided us through our capital campaign and helped us raise more than $7 million. Their team is hard-working, honest, and deeply knowledgeable. They understand the unique mission and challenges of Catholic education, and their expertise gave us confidence at every step. There's a reason they've partnered with over 300 Catholic Schools - they bring experience, professionalism, and a true commitment to helping schools thrive. I highly recommend Advancement Partners to any Catholic institution looking for trusted, results-oriented counsel.”
Advancement Director
De La Salle Collegiate, Warren, MI