About The Author

Susan B Madon

About Susan

Susan Madon is a seasoned nonprofit development and leadership professional. She consults in the areas of education, youth development, arts and culture, social justice, and with faith-based organizations. She holds the Certified Fundraising Professional designation and earned an MBA from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business and a BA in Theatre Arts from Jacksonville University. She is an occasional actor and singer and makes her home in Manhattan’s upper Westside. This is her first novel.

“Fundraising is more than a profession; it is the art of connecting passionate people who seek to create change. What an enjoyable way to learn about such an important and vital role in our society.”
Gail L Freeman, President & Founder, FreemanPhilanthropic Services, LLC
“Witty dialogue and wry humor offer a seductive tour of museum intrigue in front of and behind the scenes. The Disappearing Donor serves equal parts fine art and workplace culture. This romantic mystery is laden with gastronomic references and epicurean delights to thrill the most avid foodie or devoted connoisseur. Madon’s debut novel is a wholly entertaining whodunit, entertaining and educational and as priceless as a great work of art.”
Judith Corridan Danek, DirectorOffice of the President and Government Relations, Health New England
“If you think the world of nonprofit development is all about another fundraising campaign, new donor initiatives and gimmicky sales pitches, then you haven’t met Director of Development Lupe Reinowski. You haven’t walked into the galleries of the Museum of Vegetable Culture. This story takes you behind the scenes and into the personal lives of nonprofit management.v‐ Author and seasoned nonprofit management expert Susan Madon weaves her masterful insight through this story and offers you her wisdom. She serves it to you in a whimsical, humorous way. You are in for a treat. Enjoy the journey that awaits.”
DeAnna SandersDLS Communicator for Global Good
Dear Susan, Congratulations on your book, The Disappearing Donor. I just completed reading it last night and wanted to share with you how much I enjoyed it. Your character development was very John Grisham-like and I was easily able to replace the names of your characters with many I have worked with over the years. Reading your book was akin to attending a Fundamentals of Fundraising course. You covered many of the key topics in an enjoyable manner Having been in fund development/gift planning for many years and often asked for recommendations on books, I will add this to my list for the novice, and even the advanced development professional. Nothing better than an ah-ha moment or a reaffirming idea. Thank you for sharing your talents of being an adept storyteller with the rest of the development world! P.S. Let me know if Lupe needs a reference as she interviews for the Executive Director position. I would be happy to offer my insights.
Victor Korelstein, CFRE
"Art heist. Kidnapping. Nothing can stop love. A dazzling snapshot of NYC's view of the gutter and houses on the hill, Susan Madon's Disappearing Donor has it all."
Joe CliffordAuthor the Jay Porter Thriller Series and Say My Name