Whether you are at the beginning of your non-profit’s journey or your organization has been around for decades, a consultant can offer essential tools, strategies, and support. They bridge gaps where extra assistance is needed, advance your organization towards a greater level of sustainability, and unveil opportunities you may not have imagined achievable. At Serenity, we can help you develop fundraising strategies, manage and coordinate special events, identify funding sources, provide interim development management, and more. Enlisting the support of a consultant is a strategic investment in your organization’s progress.

Anytime! Organizations can start working with a consultant whenever they are ready to communicate their vision and have identified their desired activities and goals. Consultants can create comprehensive strategies for the length of the contract period and beyond. Should your organization need support for event planning and implementation, it is best for the consultant to have at least six weeks of lead time, but consultants are always ready to jump in.

Absolutely not! Our main focus is on small to medium-sized nonprofit organizations. No organization is too small when there is a purposeful mission, we are here to help take your nonprofit to the next level. Reach out to see how we can build a customized plan for your organization!

The short answer is no. Fundraisers, grant writers, and consultants should not be compensated based on "commission" as budgets cannot be allocated prior to the receipt of grants and gifts.

The practice of compensating nonprofit professionals based on funds raised is considered unethical industry-wide. As transparency should be a priority for all nonprofits, it is important that funders and donors understand exactly where their funds are being allocated, nonprofit professionals are fairly compensated for their time, effort, expertise, and deliverables regardless of award status (as many grant opportunities receive many more applications than can be funded, often the quality of the grant submitted is not the reason for the denial), and that Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and Federal Accounting Guidelines are followed and respected.

It is best to steer clear of even considering percentage or commission-based compensation because, at best, if funders and donors find out they can pull their support and funding, at worst there could be legal consequences for the professional and the organization.

The Certified Fund Raising Executive® designation is an internationally recognized credential that attests to the knowledge, skill, and achievements of a fundraising professional based on current and valid practice-based standards.

Serenity NCG partners with a broad range of non-profit organizations, including but not limited to those in the sectors of homelessness, mental health, food insecurity, and support for military personnel, first responders, veterans, and their families. Our commitment aligns with organizations that provide their services without discrimination, be it related to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

No organization is too small or too big for SNCG. However, where we really excel is working with organizations under $2 million, as they can see the most immediate and direct impact.

Absolutely! We want you to feel confident when choosing to work with SNCG. A free consultation invites you to ask all your pertinent questions and gain insight into how we at Serenity can help support your mission with a customized plan for your organization. Let's plan your free consultation and get those questions rolling.

While we cannot guarantee any income, Serenity NCG works with your team to ensure that we are reaching your goals. If not, we find ways to pivot to ensure the work we are doing is beneficial. In order to ensure that our fees are never an added stressor in working with Serenity Nonprofit Consulting Group, we have established the Serenity Guarantee. The Serenity guarantees that we will raise at least the amount of our original contract. If we do not secure revenue of the original contract value in our agreed-upon period of time, Serenity NCG will continue our work until we achieve that goal - at no additional cost to your organization!

Timelines will vary depending on the organization's fundraising goals. Serenity offers a variety of avenues for reaching goals through grants, events, foundation mailing projects, and donation campaigns. Timelines range from 3 months to 18 months, or even longer with an annual continuous contract.