Fundraising Consultants for Community Foundations

Community foundations sit at the busy intersection of philanthropy and grantmaking. On one hand you attract donors, build endowments, and promote complex gift options such as donor advised funds, real estate, and closely held stock. On the other you award grants, convene partners, and act as the civic bank for urgent needs after floods, plant closings, or public health crises.

Balancing these roles is never easy. Investment returns shift, administrative fees rarely cover full costs, and national donor advised fund platforms market aggressively in your own backyard. It’s not uncommon for staff to steward hundreds of separate funds, cultivate professional advisors, and report impact across wide ranging programs, all while staying on top of regulations that change every year. A precise and custom fundraising strategy is essential if you want to keep assets growing, cover operations, and remain the trusted hub for generosity in your region.

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Transforming Community Foundations Through Philanthropy

 

$1.5 Billion+

Raised for nonprofits across the US

 
 

1,000+

Successful campaigns ranging from $2 Million - $100 Million

50-60x ROI

Average long term client ROI

 

5-10x ROI

Average short term client ROI

8 Years

Average client tenure

 

Common Challenges When Fundraising for Community Foundations

Community foundations wear many hats and each one requires money, time, and careful messaging. Every gift you solicit can support both grantmaking and the infrastructure that makes that grantmaking and asset development possible, yet it’s easy for donors to often see only one side of the coin. Below are the pressure points we hear most often when we meet foundation leaders.

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    Dual identity confuses donors

    You accept donations and you give them away. Some supporters assume all their dollars pass straight to grantees and are startled to learn that operating support or endowment growth is also needed. Clear stories and fee transparency are critical.

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    Competition from national donor advised fund providers

    Commercial platforms promise sleek online gifting and bargain fees. You must demonstrate the local expertise, personal service, and community insight that only a place based foundation can provide.

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    Endowment growth versus pass through gifts

    Large disaster appeals and field of interest funds boost visibility but they do not always build long term assets. Sustainable impact depends on balancing immediate relief with endowment building that generates perpetual grant dollars.

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    Limited pool of major donors within a set geography

    Your charter keeps you focused on one county or region. After early adopters have opened funds you need systematic outreach to professional advisors and next generation philanthropists to expand the base.

Uncertain About Where to Start? Focus on Major Gifts

Concentrating on high-impact donor relationships builds momentum fast and lays the groundwork for sustainable growth and major gifts. We’ll show you how.

With PRIDE Philanthropy, learn how to navigate the complexities of fundraising for Community Foundations with care.

Secure six-figure donations for your organization with PRIDE Philanthropy

We help you learn how to strengthen donor connections, craft a compelling vision, and create support for your mission.

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Create Lasting Donor Support with Limited Resources

PRIDE Philanthropy understands the operational constraints and community-driven missions that define this sector. We bring the tools, strategies, and experience to help community foundations turn their fundraising potential into long-term impact:

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    Strategic Fundraising Planning

    Growth blueprints that align endowment targets, operating needs, and community priorities.

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    Major Gift Program Development

    From donor identification to cultivation strategies, we guide organizations in building relationships that lead to meaningful support.

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    Leadership Coaching

    We equip staff, administrators, board members, and volunteers with the confidence and tools to lead effective fundraising efforts.

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    Messaging and Creating a Case for Support

    We help tell your mission’s story in a way that resonates deeply with donors, funders, and community stakeholders.

What can a custom fundraising strategy do for your organization?

At PRIDE Philanthropy, we know that with the right strategy, every organization has the ability to secure the resources to meet the growing needs of its community. Our team of fundraising consultants work closely with your team to build a development plan that reflects your community vision and supports long-term success.

Are you ready to unlock your organization’s fundraising potential?

 

Since 1925, PRIDE Philanthropy has been partnering with healthcare organizations, schools, the arts, human services, community foundations, and other community nonprofits to fund their missions. Our proven formula and customized ongoing support helps our clients multiply fundraising dollars using the resources available in their community. Philanthropy can be complex, so we take the guesswork out and drive fundraising revenue to your bottom line.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Through deepening engagement with specific projects, timely impact updates, and flexible giving options. We can help you convert crisis gifts into more sustainable funding long-term.

  • Yes! Many housing organizations lean on small teams wearing multiple hats. We help prioritize high-return activities and build capacity over time using your existing staff, board, and volunteer bandwidth.

  • We can! We provide training and practical tools that utilize the strengths—whatever those might be—of your board to raise more money.

  • With the right strategy, you can. We’ll position your unique service and community impact that you provide to attract donors who value the intimacy and authenticity of your impact using your existing bandwidth.

  • Yes. We design phased strategies that fund hard costs and ongoing programs without confusing donors or cannibalizing annual support.

  • We translate technical layers—tax credits, grants, loans—into clear narratives that show exactly where private gifts make the difference.