A poorly planned fundraising effort can be worse than none at all, resulting in disappointing outcomes, or worse — disaffected donors
Strategic planning requires a deep understanding of the latest
trends in fundraising and how they can impact your organization. Did you know that:

“The Winkler Group went above and beyond our expectations to provide strategic direction with practical insight. With their expertise, we built a sustainable model that has revolutionized our major gift fundraising program.
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–Scott R. Salemme, Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross
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Despite the weak economic climate, donor giving is still
strong and even increasing for some organizations?
- Today’s typical giving pyramid looks more like a trapezoid,
so increased emphasis on mid-range gifts is a key to success?
- Developing a culture of philanthropy and educating your
constituencies about the return on investment should be a top priority?
The Winkler Group will help you navigate the development
landscape with customized, cutting-edge strategies drawn from more than a
century of combined experience. We’ll help you develop creative plans to
position your organization for both short-term growth and long-term
sustainability.
Some of the proven approaches we can use to help you succeed
include:
Planning Studies
We test the waters more thoroughly than any other firm in the industry. We make sure every prominent stakeholder is heard and every angle is considered before providing you with the most in-depth situational evaluation possible.
Development Assessments
Our strategic assessments are conducted by the industry’s
leading thinkers. No matter the
strength of your development program, we will identify ways to make it even
stronger.
Board Retreats
Whether you are challenged with selecting qualified board members or
need to better steer the board you have, we will ensure that your board is
effectively supporting your organization.
Prospect Screening
We employ the most advanced wealth-screening tools to uncover
hidden gifts and untapped donors.
Grants
Our
in-house grant writer is also a federal grants reviewer, so we know what
foundations want to see in a proposal and how to uncover funding opportunities.
Case Statements
Our case statements dramatically illustrate why your organization
should be at the top of a donor’s list of giving priorities.
Graphic Design
Our award-winning graphic designer will create the perfect look for your fundraising efforts.
We invite you to learn more about how we have served organizations like yours.