Development Coaching
Strengthening fundraising confidence and leadership capacity.
Development Coaching provides one-on-one guidance for new or growing fundraising professionals, as well as board-focused fundraising support. This service is designed to build skill, structure, and clarity — empowering individuals and leadership teams to approach fundraising with confidence.
Coaching engagements are practical, strategic, and tailored to real-world fundraising challenges.
What This Work May Include
One-on-one coaching for development professionals
Fundraising leadership skill-building
Strategic planning support for early-career fundraisers
Board fundraising education and engagement guidance
Messaging and donor conversation preparation (e.g., taking the fear our of asking)
Accountability and goal-setting frameworks
Ideal For Organizations That:
Have a new or growing development leader
Want to strengthen board fundraising participation
Need structured guidance without hiring a consultant for full development program strategy
Value leadership development alongside fundraising growth
Engagement Format
Short-term coaching packages or ongoing monthly advisory sessions (e.g., retainer or hourly)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is nonprofit development coaching?
Development coaching provides guidance and support for nonprofit professionals responsible for fundraising, donor engagement, or development strategy.
Who is development coaching designed for?
This service is commonly used by executive directors, development directors, new fundraising staff, and nonprofit leaders building their fundraising skills.
What topics can development coaching cover?
Coaching may include fundraising planning, donor communication strategy, board engagement, campaign planning, prioritizing tasks in a busy environment, and strengthening overall development operations.
How are coaching sessions structured?
Coaching typically takes place through scheduled virtual sessions focused on your organization’s current challenges, priorities, and goals.
Is coaching ongoing or short-term?
Some organizations schedule ongoing coaching sessions, while others seek short-term support to address a specific fundraising challenge or fundraising season.
How is development coaching different from consulting?
Consulting typically focuses on delivering strategic plans or project work, while coaching focuses on strengthening the skills, confidence, and decision-making of fundraising and nonprofit leaders.