Many nonprofits are run by good-hearted volunteers with the best intentions and no nonprofit training. This is why I consistently see nonprofits remain in a beginner's level of functionality, always reinventing the wheel and burning out their most devoted supporters.

I specialize in fortifying nonprofit boards, their processes, and structures. Firmly believing that a robust framework of policies and procedures underpins successful fundraising endeavors, I advocate for several key systems:

• Board Training and Development: Having trained neurosurgeons, retirees and many other well-intentioned volunteers who landed in their role with little preparation for the demands, I love to help transition nonprofit management into nonprofit leaders.

• Gratitude-Focused Donor Retention: The word “fundraising” often elicits feelings of fear in many board members and nonprofit leaders who believe strongly in serving their organization’s mission. What if I were to tell you connecting with your existing donors sincerely, honestly, is the best way to encourage generous giving. You may never need to make a formal ask, as long as you engage in a systematized gratitude program.

• Legacy-Giving Fundraising: From simple upgrades on your website, to broadening your communications to talk about money, let me help you take your fundraising to a higher, more productive level.

• Succession Planning: Ensuring a healthy and sustainable future of a nonprofit's mission, let's put together a strategic plan to always have a growing bench of new, energized leadership!

• Financial Policies and Board Bylaws Review. Thoroughly review and update your board bylaws and policies to ensure they align with your nonprofit's goals and legal requirements.