Vijay K. Chitnis is a seasoned fundraising executive with over two decades of experience driving philanthropic strategy and securing more than $50 million in transformational gifts from high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and corporate partners worldwide.

As the Founder of VCP, LLC, Vijay partners with global nonprofits and higher education institutions to design and implement innovative fundraising strategies. His current portfolio includes advising the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), where he is helping to establish its first institutional advancement office and shaping a prospective $100 million endowment initiative. He also serves as a strategic consultant for Minerva University’s international expansion, guiding partnerships in India, the UAE, and Turkey, and works with the Karam Foundation to scale educational and humanitarian programs for Syrian youth.

Previously, Vijay served as Senior & Regional Director for International Advancement at Brown University, where he secured more than $45 million in major gifts and launched the Brown International Advisory Council. He represented Brown at the World Economic Forum and directed the global rollout of the university’s $1.4 billion campaign across 10+ countries.

Vijay began his career at U.S. Squash, leading development and national team strategy, and at St. Lawrence University, where he coached the men’s and women’s varsity squash programs to a Liberty League Championship. His professional journey reflects a lifelong commitment to education, equity, and global engagement.

Fluent in Hindi and Bengali, Vijay brings a unique cross-cultural lens to his work, cultivating philanthropic networks across South Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. He has advised institutions in the U.S., India, Nepal, and the Caribbean, helping them forge strategic partnerships and build long-term sustainability.

Vijay holds a B.A. from Brown University and an M.A. in Leadership & Administration from St. Lawrence University. He has also served in volunteer leadership roles with SquashBusters Providence, SquashSmarts, and the Youth Empowerment Project.