Frequently Asked Questions

I primarily work with small and mid-sized nonprofit organizations in Alabama and throughout the Southeast. I’m especially interested in working with mission-driven organizations in areas such as community development, education, arts and culture, environmental and outdoor recreation, and other place-based initiatives.

My focus is on organizations doing important work that need additional capacity, outside perspective, or hands-on support to keep moving forward.

I provide practical support across four areas: Funding Strategy & Grant Writing, Capacity Building & Systems, Communications & Community Engagement, and Training & Coaching.

Depending on the organization’s needs, that might include strengthening fundraising systems, researching funding opportunities, improving donor communications, evaluating a CRM, developing internal processes, supporting community engagement, or providing coaching and training for staff, boards, and volunteers. Click Here for my list of service areas.

No. Grant support is one part of my work, but it is not the whole picture.

I also help nonprofits strengthen their broader fundraising approach, improve donor communications, build practical internal systems, and develop the capacity they need to pursue resources more effectively. In some cases, strengthening the organization’s fundraising infrastructure may be more valuable than pursuing another grant.

Absolutely. I’m not there to replace your staff. I can provide additional capacity, specialized expertise, or an outside perspective that helps your team get more done. The scope can be shaped around what your organization already has in place and where the gaps are. 

Both. Some organizations bring me in for a specific project, such as a CRM audit, communications project, workshop, or funding strategy. Others work with me on an ongoing basis as an additional source of capacity during periods of growth, transition, or limited staffing.

That’s okay. Our initial conversation is an opportunity to talk through what’s happening in your organization, what you’re trying to accomplish, and where you’re running into challenges. From there, I can help identify where additional support may be most useful and recommend an appropriate scope of work. 

 Yes. I offer practical workshops and training for nonprofit boards and volunteers, as well as staff, on topics such as fundraising fundamentals, donor engagement, board roles in resource development, and supporting organizational sustainability. 

Yes. Most work is completed virtually through meetings, email, and shared systems. In-person support, workshops, and training are also available depending on location and project scope.

Working virtually allows me to support organizations across Alabama and throughout the Southeast.

Pricing depends on the scope, complexity, and level of support needed. After an initial conversation, I provide a clear proposal outlining the scope of work, deliverables, timeline, and investment so organizations can make an informed decision.

No. No ethical consultant can guarantee that a grant or other funding request will be successful.

What I can provide is a practical, strategic approach to identifying appropriate opportunities, strengthening your fundraising systems, and improving your organization’s ability to pursue and secure resources over time.

I believe nonprofits don't need more complexity. They need practical support that helps them move their work forward.

I focus on identifying gaps, clarifying what needs attention, and helping organizations build systems and approaches they can actually use. I’m not there to replace your staff or make your organization dependent on a consultant. My goal is to be an extra set of hands and an outside perspective when you need them, while helping strengthen your organization’s own capacity along the way.

We start with a discovery conversation about your organization, what you’re trying to accomplish, and where you need support. If I think I can help, I’ll follow up with a proposal outlining the recommended scope, timeline, and investment. Book your call by visiting the Contact Form.