FUNDRAISING &
CONSULTING

Brenda has nearly two decades of experience as a nonprofit fundraising professional.  Her experience is comprehensive and well proven, with more than $40 million raise directly and influencing nearly $1 billion raised.

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Brenda has held an active Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential since 2017 and is a current member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) the African American Development Officers (AADO) Network, and Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy. She serves on the board of AFP-New York and on Annual Conference Planning Committee of AADO. She currently serves as a regional philanthropy strategist for a national education nonprofit and supports  other select clientele through her consulting firm.

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Offerings:

• Fundraising Strategies and Campaisngs: From annual giving to multi-year campaigns, Brenda designs strategies that balance ambition with sustainability

• Grant Writing and Foundation Relations: Brenda crafts compelling narratives rooted in impact, helping organizations connect with donors who share their vision

• Donor Engagement and Stewardship: Brenda firmly believes donors are people, not checkbooks. She helps organizations deepen relationship and build trust that lasts

• Board and Staff Training: Workshops and coaching that equip teams to confidently engage in fundraising and donor conversations

• Fractional Philanthropy Staff: Temporary work to cover a gap in your team's capacity

 

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