fundraising with confidence and clarity
Strategic growth planning
What modern development offices need for more robust fundraising
understanding your community
We engage key stakeholders to uncover the perceptions, preferences, and perspectives of your donor community.
the right combination of tools
We curate the right combination of data analytics tools for your specific context, circumstances, and complexities.
informed decision-making
Well-documented rationale provides a compelling narrative that motivates leaders to champion fundraising investment.
Graham-Pelton has been an invaluable partner. From the beginning they have offered thorough research and wise counsel, and their tactical growth plan has won the confidence of the trustees.”
Chris Tully, Vice-Chair, Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation
A Funding Strategy for
your Strategic Plan
Ensure all aspects of your strategic plan are well-funded with a robust fundraising framework. Because a strategic plan without a funding strategy is an empty promise.
A Business Case for
Scalable Investment
Develop a scalable plan with incremental, right-sized investments, enabling growth and flexibility without overextending resources. Growth Plans provide the business case for fundraising investment, demonstrating the value and impact of growing your efforts.
A Growth Plan is fuel for your strategic plan
A Growth Plan ensures that your strategic priorities are well-funded. And, our versatile approach is designed to integrate seamlessly into your strategic planning process.
alongside strategic planning
When developed in tandem with your organization’s strategic plan, Growth Plans ensure that your fundraising efforts are fully aligned with your overall mission and priorities.
a precursor to strategic planning
When done as a preparatory step, a Growth Plan ensures that your strategic planning is grounded in realistic and actionable fundraising goals.
a follow-on to strategic planning
After completing your strategic plan, a Growth Plan ensures that the strategic objectives are supported by a robust fundraising roadmap.
as a standalone
Set out a clear path for growing philanthropy independent of a broader strategic planning process.
Strategic Growth Planning:
Capabilities and Services
Data intelligence and analytics
Are you harnessing the full potential of data, technology, and human wisdom to boost your fundraising success? Discover how our expertise and balanced approach to data-driven and human-centered insights can transform your strategy and deliver remarkable results.
RELATED FUNDRAISING SERVICES | Growing Philanthropy for Your Organization
Everything modern development offices need to support robust fundraising efforts.
Annual Giving Campaigns
Assesses current strategies, identifies areas for improvement, and develops a tailored plan to enhance donor engagement and maximize the impact of annual giving. We use data-driven insights combined with a healthy balance of best practices and innovative approaches to help optimize annual giving efforts for long-term success.
Major Gifts Strategies and Campaigns
Strategic and coordinated efforts to identify, cultivate, and solicit high-net-worth individuals who have the capacity and inclination to make transformative gifts. Through personalized strategies, relationship-building techniques, and effective stewardship, we help grow and strengthen major gift pipelines.
Corporate and Foundations Engagement Strategies
Crafts targeted strategies to effectively engage and collaborate with corporate partners and foundations. By leveraging data insights, relationship-building techniques, and industry best practices, we help you forge strong partnerships that align with your mission and maximize funding opportunities.
TRANSITIONAL AND INTERIM STAFFING | Maintaining Continuity During Transitions
Skilled professionals who seamlessly integrate into client teams to ensure seamless continuity. Our bench of experienced fundraisers can hit the ground running and maintain momentum during critical periods.
- Director of Development
- VP of Advancement/Chief Development Officer
- Major/Principal Gift Officers
- Campaign Director
WORKSHOPS AND TRAINING | Building Internal Capacity
Experienced facilitators customize each session to engage your board members, staff, volunteers, and relevant cohorts with industry best practices.
- Campaign Readiness for Boards
- Fundraising for Deans and Academic Leaders
- Visioning and Priority Setting
- Major/Principal Gift Officers Training
Learn more: Training and Workshops
Predictive Modeling for Annual Giving: Four Critical Questions to Ask
With strategic planning and effective data utilization—specifically the application of advanced segmentation and predictive modeling—nonprofit organizations can invigorate their annual giving efforts.
So, what exactly are predictive modeling and advanced segmentation?
Incorporating disqualification into your prospect management strategy
Prospect qualification – the process of identifying and qualifying individuals or entities interested in supporting your organization’s mission – is critical to ensuring the success and longevity of your work.
Here are three tips for incorporating a prospect disqualification strategy into your prospect portfolio management work.
