Martha Aldridge is an endowment and foundation financial advisor based in Raleigh, NC.
Martha is a strategic leader who helps organizations grow by building strong partnerships, expanding funding opportunities, and driving operational excellence. She brings extensive experience across the nonprofit and financial services sectors, leading complex initiatives that strengthen organizations, deepen community impact, and support long-term growth.
Before joining CAPTRUST, Martha held leadership roles in nonprofit development, strategic initiatives, financial advising, and organizational growth. She most recently served in senior leadership positions at SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals, where she led fundraising and strategic planning efforts, and previously spent nearly a decade as a financial advisor with Raymond James, helping individuals and nonprofit organizations navigate financial planning and investment decisions.
Martha earned her Bachelor of Arts in political science from North Carolina State University.
Outside of work, Martha enjoys spending time with family and friends, entertaining, attending her children’s sporting events, and staying active outdoors. She is also passionate about volunteering in support of organizations that enrich the lives of children.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in political science, North Carolina State University
Memberships
- Board of Directors and Board Development Committee, YMCA of the Triangle, Inc.
- Elder and Congregational Life Chair, University Presbyterian Church
- Guy B. Phillips Middle School Booster Club, Former President
- Chapel Hill Ravens Youth Football Team, Volunteer
- William C. Coker Garden Club, Former President and Secretary