With over 20 years of experience in philanthropy, Paul Dana has served as both a fundraiser and philanthropic advisor for major institutions, raising hundreds of millions to support organizations advancing social change, the arts, and education.

During his ten years at the ACLU, Paul personally raised more than $300 million to advance the organization's mission — while also building a philanthropic advisory practice serving the ACLU’s leading donors. Over the course of his career, he has secured numerous transformational gifts, raising hundreds of millions of dollars to change the trajectory of critical organizations.

Paul specializes in helping philanthropists maximize their impact and engage their families in meaningful giving. He has played a key role in helping donors expand their philanthropy, align their giving with their values, and deepen their connection to the communities they support.

Dana Advisory’s nonprofit clients include TED Fellows, Freedom of the Press Foundation, More Perfect Union, Multitude Films, Rise Now, Liberation Ventures, and many others. Paul serves as a Senior Advisor to the Abundant Futures Fund and has held senior in-house fundraising roles at the City University of New York, the Center for Jewish History, Girl Scouts of the USA, the ACLU, and the Drug Policy Alliance.