The following projects are examples of the type of work I am able to provide. Each nonprofit is unique, and I look forward to collaborating with you to devise a project that will meet your specific needs.
FUNDRAISING PROJECTS
GRANTS STRATEGY & WRITING
Refine or design a tailored grant strategy for new or complex projects.
Craft or revise key statements (mission, vision, values, and boilerplate) to ensure alignment with your funding goals.
Increase your success rate with creative and compelling grant proposals and reports.
Incorporate external research and program evaluation data to strengthen grant materials and organizational messaging.
LANDSCAPE RESEARCH & PROSPECTING
Conduct a comprehensive review of the funding environment to identify emerging trends, new opportunities, and potential funding sources.
Use data or other evaluation methods to better understand and frame your organization’s unique value proposition.
Provide a clear action plan for pursuing new funding sources and diversifying income streams.
DONOR & FUNDER RESEARCH
Analyze donor data and conduct targeted research to understand donor interests, priorities, and funding capacity.
Match existing donors and funders with the right programs and events to improve stewardship efforts.
SYSTEMS AND ASSESSMENT
STRATEGIC ADVISING
FACILITATED PLANNING PROCESSES
Conduct research, facilitate planning sessions with staff, leadership, and board members, and write planning documents for the following areas:
Strategic Planning: Develop a clear, actionable roadmap by aligning your mission with long-term goals, objectives, and measurable outcomes.
Growth Planning: Identify and implement a scalable model for expansion, focusing on program impact, operational efficiency, and organizational capacity.
Development Planning: Create a comprehensive fundraising plan that keeps staff and board focused on key objectives to ensure financial stability and growth.
TRAINING & COACHING
Offer team training to build skills for implementing strategic goals effectively.
Provide one-on-one coaching for leadership teams to deepen their understanding of fundraising practices and integrate development goals into organizational culture.
Provide short-term support during organizational changes or leadership transitions to maintain focus on key priorities.
THEORY OF CHANGE & LOGIC MODEL CREATION
Design a Theory of Change to clarify the path from program activities to desired outcomes, creating a measurable framework for success.
Develop detailed Logic Models to map program inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes, ensuring alignment of resources, actions, and intended impact.
DATABASE PROJECTS
Identify and implement the right tools and software to streamline operations, improve workflows, and optimize your development program.
Introduce additional tools like moves management systems to enhance relationship tracking and team productivity.
PROCEDURES AUDITS & IMPROVEMENTS
Evaluate current processes, resources, and allocation to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
Develop comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key functions, including fundraising, donor management, event planning, and communications.
Provide actionable recommendations based on industry best practices to improve workflows and ensure long-term success.
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ASSESSMENT
Analyze the effectiveness of your development program and its alignment with organizational goals.
Set or assess key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for growth and provide actionable recommendations for ongoing improvement.
