The Development Paradox
Often, senior-level expertise is required to grow the fundraising program of a small-to-mid-sized nonprofit to match the needs their mission. Frequently, however, the organization cannot afford that level of experience…and may not even need it full-time or indefinitely. This results in strategic priorities losing out to day-to-day emergencies, overburdened leaders doing way too much, and good staff with great potential burning out and leaving.
Who I Help
I work with small-to-mid-sized nonprofits that (want) need to strengthen and grow their fundraising programs.
The Problem I Solve
Unlike traditional consultants who deliver boilerplate recommendations and step away, I design AND implement customized strategies, bringing proven best practices from decades of experience. The organization gains senior-level expertise at a cost comparable to a junior hire without long-term commitments, benefits, or added risk.
Custom Strategy
Hands-On Implementation
Sustainable Growth
The Results I Deliver
A comprehensive assessment of your current fundraising program, including staffing, systems, trends, strategy, cross-team collaboration, donor journey, philanthropic culture, and board performance…or any other component of your program that you think has more potential
Clear, actionable recommendations based on that assessment
The infrastructure needed to implement those changes
Training and coaching for the permanent staff to sustain and build upon the implemented changes
An annual and multiyear fundraising plan to guide continued improvement
Coaching and systems for an Executive Director/CEO to provide the support, leverage, and accountability the team needs
