WHY HIRE A CONSULTANT
Why would a non-profit organization choose to hire PDA?
A non-profit organization may hire a consulting firm: to increase fundraising capabilities, offer new perspectives, streamline procedures, enhance the productivity of existing staff, or improve the overall operation of the organization.
Consulting services are often the ideal solution, because they represent a time-limited cost, available as needed. Using a consulting firm can save the time, money, and effort that would otherwise be devoted to hiring and training personnel, purchasing and maintaining office space, and providing salaries and benefits.
Non-profit organizations are always looking for ways to keep costs down. Saving money on full-time, in-house development salaries by hiring a consulting firm to handle your development needs can help your organization cut costs.
What can PDA 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.
- Train employees and lay leaders in new solicitation techniques and/or database management systems
What can PDA do if I am between development directors?
- 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.
What can PDA do if I have a one-person office?
- Provide additional staffing services during campaigns or other special-event periods.
- Handle administrative responsibilities.
