Jenny Desmond

Hi! I’m Jenny, and I love seeing nonprofit organizations doing great work in the community get stronger.

As a Nonprofit Fundraising Trainer and Consultant with deep roots in the Boulder County community, my experience spans more than 30 nonprofit organizations as an employee or trainer.

I had the privilege to spend a good portion of my career at Intercambio Uniting Communities, in numerous roles, including Interim Executive Director and Development Director.

As a partner with Social Venture Partners (SVP Boulder), I’ve coached executive and development leaders.

I bring both frontline leadership experience and strategic fundraising expertise to my projects. I have partnered with organizations ranging from grassroots startups to established community nonprofits.

Where I shine:

  • Major donor prospecting and cultivation. I often teach that your donor needs to know, like, and trust you and your organization.

  • Helping leaders share their mission statement in “everyday language” in 12 words or less, ideally!

  • Writing appeals and other materials that show impact, rather than “help our organization”.

  • Mass email best practices, all the keys that get your email opened and illicit a response, from a compelling subject line to the P.S. that restates the call to action.

Some of my recent clients have included Adaptive Adventures, the Association for Community Living Boulder/Broomfield, and Cal-Wood Education Center.

Are you looking for a thought partner, someone who will help you problem-solve and grow your skills, and teach you how to grow your major donor program or strategic plan, reach out! I’m happy to jump on a Zoom or phone call.

Warmly,

Jenny

Colorado Nonprofit Development Consultant Boulder Fort Collins Denver

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