Leigh Page

Leigh Page believes philanthropy is one of the most powerful catalysts for positive change. That belief has shaped her career and continues to inspire her work helping organisations expand opportunity, strengthen communities, and accelerate impact.

As the leader of CCS’s Australian practice, Leigh partners with organisations to unlock their fundraising potential and accelerate their impact. Having spent many years working in the United States, Leigh brings a global perspective and deep experience with proven fundraising strategies, adapting international best practices to the Australian context. With more than 15 years of experience in campaign strategy and philanthropy, Leigh has worked across education, healthcare, arts and culture, environmental, public policy, and international development. Throughout her career, she has collaborated closely with CEOs, boards, senior leaders, major donors, and volunteer committees drive transformational philanthropic outcomes.

She is particularly known for helping organisations navigate periods of growth and change, translating complex challenges into practical, achievable fundraising plans that align with their mission, culture, and resources. Her work helps organizations build the strategies, structures, and donor engagement needed to achieve long-term philanthropic success.

A pivotal chapter in her career began in 2020 when she relocated from the United States to Sydney to serve as on-site campaign counsel for the University of New South Wales’ $650 million comprehensive campaign. In this role, she advised on campaign strategy, principal gift development, fundraising operations, and organisational capacity building. During a period of significant uncertainty, she also served as Interim Chief Development Officer, leading the fundraising team through a critical phase of the campaign and helping the university surpass its 50 percent campaign fundraising milestone on schedule. She was also instrumental in shaping and executing the university’s post-pandemic five-year fundraising strategy.

Since relocating to Australia, Leigh has advised a broad range of organisations on philanthropic growth and campaign readiness. Her work is highly tailored and focused on helping organisations build the confidence, capability, and strategic foundation necessary to achieve sustainable philanthropic success.

Leigh has made Sydney her permanent home and she enjoys exploring Australia and beyond. Her interests include gardening, painting, yoga, swimming, and listening to podcasts. On weekends, she can often be found at the beach or relaxing in Centennial Park.