The Best Nonprofit Strategy Experts for Fundraising Growth
The landscape of nonprofit fundraising is constantly evolving, requiring organizations to not only adapt but to proactively seek expert guidance to unlock their full revenue potential. As corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs—like matching gifts, volunteer grants, and payroll giving—become increasingly vital, so does the need for specialists who can integrate these opportunities into a cohesive fundraising strategy.
At Matching Gifts, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of this movement. Our team of experts combines deep knowledge of the nonprofit sector with a specialized understanding of workplace giving solutions and cutting-edge fundraising software.
Here, we feature five of our top strategy experts who are dedicated to helping nonprofits nationwide achieve sustainable fundraising growth.
The Experts on Fundraising Strategy and Corporate Giving
These professionals specialize in leveraging technology and strategic partnerships to maximize corporate giving revenue, ensuring nonprofits can meet their goals, whether they involve launching a capital campaign or running a high-impact challenge match.
Adam Weinger: The Visionary Leader
As the President of Double the Donation, Adam Weinger leads a team that serves more than 6,000 organizations by providing the industry’s leading nonprofit workplace and corporate giving solutions.
With over 13 years in the mission-driven software sector, Adam is a passionate advocate for helping nonprofits significantly increase their revenue from programs like matching gifts and workplace volunteer programs, including volunteer grants and volunteer time off.
He champions the use of innovative fundraising tools to help organizations of all sizes tap into the full spectrum of corporate giving opportunities. Adam’s thought leadership is a cornerstone of the annual Matching Gift and Workplace Fundraising & Volunteering Summits, which are designed to educate and inspire the nonprofit community.
Julia Beltran: The Partnership Strategist
Julia Beltran serves as the Director of Partnerships and Marketing, focusing on building and nurturing strategic relationships with key nonprofit software partners. Her deep-seated expertise spans the nuances of the nonprofit sector and current corporate giving trends, allowing her to forge alliances that streamline and expand fundraising efforts.
Julia specializes in ensuring seamless integrations between Double the Donation’s solutions and existing nonprofit fundraising and volunteer management solutions.
By fostering these critical connections, she helps organizations more efficiently grow revenue from workplace giving, including matching gifts and volunteer grants, transforming corporate giving into a strategic fundraising tool. Her work extends to advising nonprofits on optimizing their strategies by analyzing the evolving landscape of employee engagement and corporate social responsibility (CSR).
Sydney Faye Williams: The Revenue Maximizer
As the Director of Sales, Sydney Faye Williams guides the sales team in helping nonprofits fully unlock the potential of workplace giving programs, including matching gifts, volunteer grants, and payroll giving.
With a solid background in both fundraising software and nonprofit development, Sydney Faye is committed to helping organizations increase their workplace giving revenue and achieve a maximized return on investment (ROI).
She provides customized solutions for nonprofits of all missions and sizes, focusing on tailored strategies to boost corporate program participation and strengthen corporate sponsorships.
Her expertise is crucial in identifying key expansion opportunities and ensuring that nonprofits can easily implement, track, and measure the long-term success of their corporate giving efforts.
Erin Lavender: The Product Innovator
Erin Lavender is the Director of Product, leading the development and optimization of fundraising technology designed to help nonprofits grow revenue from corporate giving, specifically matching gifts, volunteer grants, and payroll donations.
With a background in product management and a genuine passion for nonprofit success, Erin concentrates on refining the technical side of these solutions, ensuring that organizations have the most efficient fundraising tools available.
Their expertise bridges the gap between complex platform integrations and the practical needs of nonprofits, resulting in user-friendly solutions.
Erin’s goal is to simplify these often-complex systems, making it easy for nonprofits to leverage robust employer data to engage donors and employees effectively and maximize their corporate giving potential.
Kyra Engle: The Client Success Driver
In her role as Director of Client Success, Kyra Engle works closely with nonprofit organizations to ensure a successful implementation and adoption of our fundraising platform for maximizing revenue from matching gifts, volunteer grants, and payroll donations.
Drawing on a strong foundation in client relations and nonprofit development, Kyra is dedicated to helping her clients and schools maximize the impact of their corporate giving efforts.
She provides personalized, hands-on guidance, tailoring strategies to align with each nonprofit’s unique goals and existing fundraising technology stack.
Her focus on seamless program integration and ongoing support is key to driving greater financial success and increased community impact for every organization she serves.
Colleen Carroll: The Community Engagement Strategist
As Community and Events Lead, Colleen Carroll serves as the primary bridge between Double the Donation and the broader social good sector. She is responsible for curating educational spaces where nonprofit leaders and corporate social responsibility (CSR) experts can connect, share insights, and elevate their impact.
Colleen is a familiar face on the national stage, frequently appearing as a featured speaker at major industry conferences. She translates complex corporate giving data into actionable strategies, helping organizations demystify the world of matching gifts and employee engagement.
Beyond the podium, Colleen is the visionary host behind our premier virtual experiences. She leads the production of high-impact events such as:
- The Corporate Volunteering Summit for Nonprofits: A dedicated forum for unlocking new revenue by activating “dollars-for-doers” grants and building deeper corporate partnerships through volunteerism.
- The Workplace Fundraising and Volunteering Summit: A deep dive into modern employee engagement trends and workplace giving ecosystems.
- The Year-End Corporate Fundraising Summit: A strategic masterclass designed to help nonprofits capture maximum revenue during the industry’s busiest giving season.
By convening the industry’s leading experts and fostering a collaborative environment, Colleen ensures that our community has the tools and knowledge necessary to turn corporate programs into reliable, long-term revenue streams.
Immaculate Pamintuan: The Strategic Voice for Growth
In her role as Community and Events Specialist, Immaculate Pamintuan plays a vital part in bridging the gap between innovative fundraising strategy and real-world nonprofit success. She is dedicated to providing organizations with the expert-led insights they need to scale their missions and optimize their donor outreach.
As the host of our signature podcast, The Nonprofit Boost, Immaculate serves as a primary resource for the social good sector. She facilitates high-level conversations with a diverse array of industry leaders, including:
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Capital Campaign Strategists: Exploring long-term growth and infrastructure funding.
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Major Gift Consultants: Deconstructing the nuances of high-level donor cultivation and retention.
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Fundraising Technology Experts: Navigating the evolving landscape of digital tools to streamline operations and boost revenue.
By distilling complex advice into actionable takeaways, Immaculate empowers nonprofits to refine their campaigns and leverage modern technology effectively. Her commitment to education and community building ensures that organizations of all sizes have access to the strategies necessary for sustainable financial growth and increased community impact.
Why Expert Strategy is Essential for Modern Fundraising
In today’s competitive philanthropic environment, a generic approach is not enough. You need experts who understand how specialized fundraising software interacts with real-world donor behavior.
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Focus on Corporate Giving: The shift toward utilizing employee benefits like matching gifts and volunteer grants has made corporate giving a top growth area. Our experts specialize in turning this potential into predictable revenue.
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Leveraging Technology: The most successful organizations use fundraising tools to automate processes. This includes utilizing available employer data to identify match-eligible donors and ensuring all systems, from CRMs to donation forms, are integrated seamlessly.
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Beyond the Basics: While capital campaigns and challenge grants remain critical, modern fundraising strategy requires expertise in optimizing every channel, especially the often-overlooked source of workplace giving.
By partnering with strategy experts who understand the intersection of technology, corporate philanthropy, and donor relations, your nonprofit can build a stronger, more sustainable fundraising engine.
Ready to connect with a fundraising expert and build a winning strategy for corporate giving? We can help you find the right solution to grow your matching gift revenue.
