fundraising with confidence and clarity

Capital campaign management

Three models of management

We offer three distinct models of capital campaign management to respond to our clients’ needs.

COMPLETE EXECUTION

We take full responsibility for executing the campaign, allowing you to focus on your core mission and priorities.

Collaborative Partnership

An extension of your team, we leverage your institutional knowledge to collaborate on campaign strategy.

Trusted Counsel

We stand by your side as a trusted advisor with objective insights, best practices, and new ways of thinking.

We have been very pleased to have Graham-Pelton at our side as we embark on a highly ambitious capital campaign. They have won the confidence of trustees and other community leaders.”
Jonathan Brougham, Head of School Emeritus, The Hun School of Princeton

Capital Campaign and Fundraising Management:
Capabilities and Services

ACCELERATE YOUR SUCCESS WITH CAPS™

Not every organization requires a traditional feasibility study to successfully launch an ambitious campaign.

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STUDIES AND PLANNING SERVICES | Drive Fundraising Results

Sophisticated analysis and planning to take your fundraising to the next level.

CAPS™ (Campaign Accelerated Planning Phase)

Our specialized service expedites the planning phase of a fundraising campaign. CAPS™ allows organizations to develop a comprehensive campaign strategy within a shorter timeframe. It provides the advantage of saving time without sacrificing the strategic thinking, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement required for a successful campaign.

Learn more: Campaign Feasibility and Planning

Traditional Campaign Planning and Feasibility Studies

Assesses donor readiness and giving potential to craft a comprehensive campaign strategy with realistically ambitious goals. Our data-informed plan delivers a clear roadmap to navigate every phase of a campaign – from organizational to post-campaign – with confidence.

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Post-Campaign Audits

A thorough evaluation of your most recent campaign. We assess campaign effectiveness, analyze donor contributions and engagement, and evaluate data quality and completeness to provide actionable recommendations to optimize future fundraising efforts. Leverage the investment you already made in your campaign to understand your campaign’s impact, identify growth opportunities, and make strategic decisions for future success.

Development Assessment

A comprehensive analysis of all fundraising efforts, assessing strengths, identifying areas for improvement, and providing actionable recommendations. Our in-depth assessment provides valuable insights into development effectiveness, optimized strategies, enhanced donor relationships, and sustainable growth.

Growth Planning

A comprehensive strategic plan articulated through the lens of fundraising, tailored to your organization’s long-term needs and goals. From setting strategic objectives to identifying key initiatives and resource allocation, we provide a detailed yet flexible roadmap that aligns fundraising efforts with organizational mission and ensures sustainable growth.

Learn more: Operations and Growth Planning

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN MANAGEMENT | Ensure Campaign Success

Flexible, scalable, and right-sized campaign management so you can rest assured that your campaign will be successful.

Complete Campaign Execution

Our team takes full responsibility for executing the campaign. We handle the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all fundraising activities, allowing you to focus on your core mission and organizational priorities.

Collaborative Campaign Partnership

Serving as an extension of your team, we collaborate on campaign strategy, leveraging your institutional knowledge and insights to develop a tailored approach. Our partnership involves regular communication, joint decision-making, and shared accountability.

Trusted Campaign Counsel

We stand by your side as a trusted advisor throughout the campaign providing guidance, expertise, and strategic counsel to empower your organization. Serving as a resource and sounding board, we offer objective insights, best practices, and new ways of thinking to enhance your fundraising efforts.

INTERIM AND TRANSITIONAL STAFFING | Maintain Continuity During Transitions

Skilled professionals who seamlessly integrate into client teams to ensure seamless continuity. Our bench of experienced fundraisers can hit the ground running and maintain momentum during critical periods.

Director of Development
VP of Advancement/Chief Development Officer
Major/Principal Gift Officers
Campaign Director

Learn more: Interim and Transitional Staffing

RELATED FUNDRAISING SERVICES | Grow Philanthropy for Your Organization

Everything modern development offices need to support robust fundraising efforts.

Annual Giving Campaigns

Assesses current strategies, identifies areas for improvement, and develops a tailored plan to enhance donor engagement and maximize the impact of annual giving. We use data-driven insights combined with a healthy balance of best practices and innovative approaches to help optimize annual giving efforts for long-term success.

Major Gifts Strategies and Campaigns

Strategic and coordinated efforts to identify, cultivate, and solicit high-net-worth individuals who have the capacity and inclination to make transformative gifts. Through personalized strategies, relationship-building techniques, and effective stewardship, we help grow and strengthen major gift pipelines.

Corporate and Foundations Engagement Strategies

Crafts targeted strategies to effectively engage and collaborate with corporate partners and foundations. By leveraging data insights, relationship-building techniques, and industry best practices, we help you forge strong partnerships that align with your mission and maximize funding opportunities.