Impact First, Always.

Maximize Your Best Relationships.

Fund Your Mission.

When you work with us, you gain a partner dedicated to powerful storytelling that gets you the best fundraising return-on-energy. We’ll help you break away from the endless scramble for funding so your efforts can be directed where they are needed most — changing the world.

We solve your most common pain points

Complicated theory of change

Disjointed fundraising plans, activities and goals

Team responsible for funding results wear too many hats

Lack of clarity and roles in fundraising efforts

Uncertainty about funding needs

THE FUNDAMENTALS

Strengthen Your Story

We use a proven framework to strengthen and narrate your impact, theory of change and “math.” Clearly articulating your vision and demonstrating how investment fuels change, you can significantly scale your fundraising efforts and amplify your impact. Let us answer your funder’s biggest questions and help you foster genuine dialogue and partnership in every conversation.

There’s Power in Asking

Successful fundraising begins with a simple, powerful action - Just Ask! A great ask is the bridge between a funder’s passion/philanthropy and your impact, allowing them to see exactly how they can help. We use a proven, repeatable process that ensures every ask is strategic, specific, and nets real results for your mission.

Embrace Better Fundraising Habits

We advocate for a sales-driven approach to fundraising that turns “activity” into “productivity.” We’re dedicated to setting clear goals & roles, measuring results, and guiding you towards a fundraising practice filled with good habits. Let us help you let go of what’s not working for you.

I help those who don’t like “asking for money” (but need to) embrace an impact mindset, connect with ease, and move capable funders to invest.

For 18 years I have helped purpose-driven organizations and leaders step into their role as changemakers by transforming their approach to fundraising. (Psstt… It’s not about the money.)

“Kerry's ROI is a stunning 10X. What she delivers: expert coaching through a proven, results-driven model that delivers resources to your doorstep while building your team's internal capacity to sustain the rollout long into the future. If you want to do one thing right for your organization this year, hire Kerry Suddes."

Tammy Allen, CEO, Vennue Foundation
“For a person who has been helping non-profits fundraise for nearly 50 years, I thought I knew a lot. Kerry taught us an entirely new way — embodying a new approach, new language and a new way to envision, plan and implement a successful results-driven fundraising program. It has made a huge difference.”

Courtney Bourns, Board Member, Vision Health International (and several others)
“While I know that ‘transformative’ is overused, it's the best word I can think of for Kerry Suddes' impact on the Volunteer Center of Lubbock. She did what we asked of her which was get us to a new level of relationship building and fund development. But her greatest gift to us was her ability to communicate who we are and why we are here and why it matters. That was helpful in raising $$$$ but it changed everything in terms of the way our community ‘gets us.’ We are forever grateful.”

Sharon Bass, Executive Director, Volunteer Center of Lubbock
“I took over as chair of the Resource Development Committee of Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI). Another member of the committee recommended we contact Kerry Suddes, and I’m glad we did. She did two things, first, was help us simplify MBBI’s story and highlight our impact and track record. Second, she kept us focused on only the best opportunities and helped us think through our goals for meetings with qualified funders, including helping us script ‘the Ask.’ With her guidance, MBBI raised over $200,000 in 6 months.”

Charlie Pillsbury, Treasurer, Mediators Beyond Borders International

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