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Challenge
Morgan sought to enhance its foundation board’s understanding of fundraising, governance, and campaign strategy. With a tight timeline, the institution needed a structured retreat to equip board members with the knowledge and confidence to lead philanthropic initiatives effectively.
Our Approach
Prosper Nonprofit Advisors conducted in-depth staff interviews, peer benchmarking, and best practices research to develop a Foundation Board Retreat Curriculum tailored to Morgan’s needs.
Key Focus Areas
Understanding Fundraising at Morgan – Providing context on the institution’s philanthropic landscape.
Defining Board Roles & Responsibilities – Clarifying the foundation board’s purpose as philanthropic leaders.
Campaign Fundamentals – Educating members on comprehensive campaign strategies and their relevance to Morgan.
Board Engagement in a Potential Campaign – Facilitating discussions on leadership roles in future fundraising efforts.
Results
The retreat empowered board members with a clear understanding of their responsibilities and the strategic role they play in fundraising success. Equipped with knowledge and actionable insights, the board is now prepared to support Morgan’s philanthropic growth with confidence and clarity.
Client Testimonial
“Thank you to Prosper Nonprofit Advisors for kicking off the MSU Foundation Board Retreat this fall. Your insights, enthusiasm, and leadership in discussions reinforced our efforts to take Morgan’s philanthropic work to the next level. You did excellent work on a tight timeline, and formed strong connections amongst our board and team that established credibility and warmth. We truly enjoyed collaborating with you!”
Endia DeCordova, Vice President of Institutional Advancement
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Challenge
The University of South Florida Alumni Association (USFAA) sought to develop a clear and actionable strategic plan to guide its priorities, goals, and success metrics over the next three years. To ensure alignment with alumni and stakeholder needs, the organization required expert facilitation and a structured approach to planning.
Our Approach
Prosper Nonprofit Advisors collaborated with the Executive Director and the strategic planning committee over six months to develop a comprehensive 3-year strategic plan. Our process included:
Stakeholder Engagement – Gathering insights from alumni and key constituents.
Priority Setting – Identifying key focus areas to drive impact.
Goal & Objective Development – Defining clear, measurable outcomes.
Success Metrics – Establishing benchmarks to track progress and effectiveness.
Results
The strategic plan provided a tailored roadmap for the USFAA, ensuring alignment with alumni needs and fostering board engagement. The outcome was an actionable, data-driven strategy that positioned the association for long-term success.
Client Testimonial
"Kevin was instrumental in the successful design of a new three-year strategic plan for the Alumni Association. His expertise, experience, and professionalism guided us through the process and helped make a complicated undertaking efficient and enjoyable. He helped us create a plan that is tailored specifically to the USFAA, reflects the insights and feedback of our alumni and constituents, and charts a path to success that has excited and engaged our alumni board. I highly recommend Kevin as the type of nonprofit leader who would benefit any group!"
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Challenge
Holyoke Community College (HCC) sought to strengthen its philanthropic efforts by equipping its leadership with the skills and confidence needed to cultivate major gifts. To inspire transformational giving, the institution required expert guidance in donor engagement, relationship management, and high-level fundraising strategies.
Our Approach
Prosper Nonprofit Advisors provided executive coaching to HCC’s president, board members, and advancement team, ensuring they were prepared to lead and secure significant philanthropic commitments. Our coaching focused on:
Enhancing Fundraising Confidence – Strengthening leadership skills for donor engagement and high-stakes conversations.
Strategic Donor Cultivation – Guiding institutional leaders in building meaningful, long-term donor relationships.
Major Gift Fundraising – Implementing best practices to steward transformational philanthropy.
Results
In April 2023, HCC secured a record-breaking $10+ million planned gift from alumna Margaret "Peg" Wendlandt and her husband, Gary Wendlandt—the largest donation in the college’s history and one of the most significant ever made to a U.S. community college. This pledge, along with the Wendlandts’ lifetime contributions exceeding $1 million, reflects the power of effective leadership and donor stewardship.
By investing in executive coaching, HCC’s leadership team gained the confidence and strategic insight necessary to cultivate high-impact philanthropy. This case highlights the critical role of strong, prepared leadership in securing transformational gifts that drive institutional success.
Client Testimonial:
“"Working with Prosper Nonprofit Advisors over the course of 3 contracts has been an absolute pleasure. From annual giving workflows, to campaign management, donor strategy, and even our scholarship process, they seem to be experts at everything! Their guidance has been invaluable, and their solutions are generated with the circumstances and resources that are specific to us here at HCC. Not to mention - they are a blast to work with! We continue to be delighted by our partnerships with Prosper, and highly recommend them to anyone searching out a consultant."
- Julie Phillips, Director of Development
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