Capital Campaign Consulting

Capital campaigns shouldn't drain your organization to build your future.

If your board knows something big is needed, but staff is stretched, systems aren't ready, or past fundraising felt unsustainable, you are not alone.

I help nonprofits prepare for capital campaigns the right way: by strengthening internal systems, aligning leadership, and building funding strategies that support your mission long after the campaign ends.

If you are asking, "Are we truly ready?"

That is exactly where our work begins.

Capital Campaign Services

Readiness & Infrastrucutre

We will conduct a readiness assessment to identify strenghths, gaps, and risks. Campaign infrastructure wil include determining Campaign Cabinet roles and management tools.

Board and Campaign Leadership Activation

A capital campaign is only as good as its board engagement. We will facilitation board interviews to assess willingness, capacity, and connections. We will providing training and guidance for campaign leadership in donor engagement and peer solicitation.

Donor Cultivation & Solicitation Support

Customized cultivation plans for top prospects and leadership gift candidates will be created.

Donor Prospecting & Pipeline Development

Using your current data, we will research to identify a tiered prospect list to align with your goal and construct a campaign gift table. We will make strategic recommendations for cultivaitng and soliciting major donors.

Case for Support and Campaign Collateral Development

We will refine any existing case statements, develop campaign messaging, and create donor-facing campaign materials, or work with your current marketing team to make recommendations while maintaining your brand integrity.

Ongoing Campaign Management

Pacing and momentum support throughout the campaign. Pipeline tracking, reporting, and strategic adjustments as needed.

How This Work is Priced

Capital campaign consulting is scoped based on organizational readiness, campaign complexity, and the level of support required. Fees are structured as flat project fees or phased consulting engagements, not commissions or contingency fees, and are fully aligned with the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Code of Ethical Standards.

Most capital campaign engagements fall within a defined range and are tailored after an initial readiness and strategy conversation. Engagements are scoped collaboratively and priced transparently, with no compensation tied to funds raised.

This work is best suited for organizations seeking long‑term capacity building, not short‑term fundraising fixes.

Let's Talk

If you’re unsure where to start or want to see if capital campaign support is the right solution for you, I’m happy to talk through your goals and determine what level of support makes sense.

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