PARTNERING TO FULFILL YOUR VISION

Successful relationships with donors are never built in a day. They are fostered over time through a deliberate cultivation process engaging prospects in meaningful partnerships that match their interests with the organization's strategic goals. Every interaction with a donor should involve listening to their stories to narrow the focus and target the solicitation strategies. Our role as consultant is to guide our clients in their efforts to strengthen donor relationships. We structure our proven methods of fundraising around your vision. We work actively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to ensure that our clients' mission and leadership are focal points for every donor interaction. Our unique approach maximizes sustainability by fostering long-term relationships between organizations and donors.

"Don and I have teamed up to run very successful grant programs at two organizations. He has been particularly effective at helping identify and clarify the 'ask' in preparation for cultivating productive relationships with foundation prospects. Our work together has resulted in a 90% acceptance rate of grant proposals, raising over $3.5 million in three years."

- Christine Sisley, Principal, Solid Foundations
(South Pasadena, CA)

"It has been a privilege to work with someone who not only embodies a passion for helping others, but also possesses the skills to execute his vision. Don took an idea and played an active role in forming a group of committed individuals who he has led from a budding organization to a successful nonprofit. He has overseen the development of the board and the programs while staying committed to the mission of Urban Compass. His expertise in fundraising and development has played a crucial role in the founding and expansion of Urban Compass."

- Theresa Gartland, Program Director, Urban Compass
(Watts, CA)

"Don has been extremely gracious about sharing his knowledge and years of experience working in development with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. As a new Executive Director to JVC, Don took me under his wing and walked me though every aspect of development, including making contacts with foundations and grant writers, ideas about effective appeals and best practices for fundraising events. He also included helpful tips about establishing working relationships with the Board of Directors and staff. The knowledge he shared helped me grow and helped JVC be a stronger organization.

"Often people working in Development can be proprietary about information and contacts, but Don believes what he shares helps the common good. Don's gift is his ability to work with nonprofit organizations and philanthropists in a partnership that mutually benefits both interests and has a positive effect on the common good.

"In my experiences Don is committed to organizations of the highest quality. He believes that schools, corporations and nonprofits have an obligation to be outstanding and excellent in every way."

- Mike Braun, Executive Director, Jesuit Volunteer Corps Southwest
(Santa Clara, CA)