What Types of Organizations Can a Consultant Help?

What can a consultant do if I already have a full-time development staff?
What can a consultant do if I am between development directors?
What can a consultant do if I have a one-person office?
What can a consultant do if I am not sure of the future direction of my organization?
What can a consultant do if I am a for-profit company, individual donor, or philanthropic organization?

What can a consultant do if I already have a full-time development staff?

• Structure other revenue streams, such as capital campaigns, direct mail, or major grant applications.
• Work on specific, time-limited projects, such as donor research, board development, or a special event.
• Conduct a management study to determine whether fundraising efforts are reaching their potential, eliminate duplication of efforts, and deploy new technology.
• Motivate employees, re-focus volunteers, and recruit new supporters.

• Maintain continuity of fundraising.
• Preserve contacts with major donors and key volunteers.
• Plan and conduct annual events.
• Process gifts, send out acknowledgements, and maintain records.
• Keep a log of all interim activities for the incoming director.

• Provide additional staffing services during campaigns or other special-event periods.
• Handle administrative responsibilities.

• Analyze current operations.
• Develop a strategic plan.
• Write a multi-source fundraising plan.
• Suggest alternative models for operation and growth.
• Review management systems.
• Provide a catalyst for re-energizing fundraising.
• Conduct an organizational needs assessment.
• Plan board development sessions.
• Organize staff development programs.
• Structure and facilitate organizational retreats.

• Identify giving priorities.
• Develop a philanthropic strategy.
• Create a partnership with a non-profit organization.

Hiring a Consultant: An Overview
What Fundraising Services Can a Consultant Provide?