Interim Fundraising Leadership When You Need It Most
Fundraising doesn’t stop when someone is on leave.
Whether you’re navigating maternity or parental leave, a sabbatical, an unexpected resignation, or a leadership transition, we provide experienced interim fundraising professionals who can step in quickly and keep your program moving forward.
Our senior-level consultants become an extension of your team, providing the leadership and continuity needed to maintain momentum, support staff, and protect donor relationships until your permanent leader returns or your organization is ready for its next hire.
Flexible Interim Support
We provide experienced fundraising leaders who can:
- Serve as Interim Development Director or Chief Development Officer
- Supervise and mentor development staff
- Maintain donor stewardship and major gift relationships
- Oversee annual giving, campaigns, and fundraising strategy
- Manage grant writing and foundation relations
- Keep fundraising operations running smoothly during periods of change
Whether you need support for a few weeks or several months, we’ll match you with a seasoned fundraising professional who can step into the role with confidence and minimal disruption.
“I simply can’t say enough positive things about Focus Fundraising. Nadine and her team not only filled in and kept up our momentum when we needed to replace a critical staff member, but they pushed us to reach even higher. Nadine’s ability to listen and interpret the needs of the team, the organization, and our Board of Directors, combined with her extensive experience in the non-profit world, enabled us to launch a major donor initiative, develop a new moves management strategy, and raise even more money with our annual appeal.”
CEO
Sixth & I
Executive and Development Staff Coaching
Fundraising is a team sport. Coaching is key to making sure everyone excels at the game.
When you have big goals, you need to ensure you’ve got a solid tactical plan and coaching to match. Through our coaching engagements, we guide you through prospect cultivation and donor solicitations and help you close gifts while also building a culture of philanthropy in your organization.
Our services include:
- Executive and fundraising staff coaching
- Development staff strategy sessions and tailored training
- Development staff retreat facilitation
“I could fill a book explaining how helpful [Focus consultant] Jackie Indek Beres is. Her knowledge of the nonprofit fundraising world surpassed my expectations. She helped me create ideas that work for my style of cultivating donors, not someone else’s. She made learning and understanding the nuances of the nonprofit world fun and exciting.“
Donor Engagement Officer
Elizabeth Dole Foundation
I wanted to share how much I appreciated the training. The role plays were thoughtfully developed, and your examples were especially valuable.”
Director of Education & Executive Director
Briya Public Charter School