Tonia Papke

I am a nonprofit CFO with more than 40 years of experience strengthening the financial and operational capacity of over three dozen organizations worldwide. With an MBA from Columbia Business School and a career that began working with international NGOs, I bring deep expertise in internal controls, accounting systems, reporting, and investment policies—always grounded in a strong understanding of programs. My strong background in reproductive rights, entrepreneurship, rural labor unions, and criminal justice contribute to my effectiveness.

I specialize in part-time CFO services, offering strategic, financial, and compliance leadership to nonprofits that don’t need or can’t support a full-time CFO. I mentor finance teams, train future controllers, and help program staff translate financials into meaningful insights.

My clients range from grassroots immigration groups to national leaders like Planned Parenthood affiliates, People for the American Way, and the World Wildlife Fund. Fluent in Spanish and with extensive experience in Latin America, I combine financial acumen with cross-cultural program knowledge to help nonprofits achieve impact with confidence.