Move Fast, Achieve More

Short, Curated Programs Designed for Immediacy and Impact

Small wins build big gains.

That’s why we designed our Sprint Series. It’s a set of short, targeted, high-impact engagements designed to meet you right where you are – and generate the momentum you require right now. 

Let’s Assess, Plan and Act.

Together.

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Assess & Plan

Moving with meaning requires some upfront work. No matter where you are in the process, whether your focus is your board, a campaign, or internal efficacy, we can help you evaluate and plan for that next smart step (and beyond).

  • Board Governance Assessment & Roadmap for Growth

    In this six- to eight-week project, we connect our independent assessment of your Board’s governance, effectiveness and readiness for the next stage of organizational growth with practical recommendations that strengthen engagement and revitalize leadership. 

    For Your Board: Strategic Gifts Workshop 

    Embrace collaborative engagement with this focused, interactive workshop crafted to translate your strategy into useful Board activation. Together in this full-day session, we’ll build alignment and equip your Board members to confidently advance high-level fundraising for your organization.

  • Create a Fundraising Plan

    In just 30 days, we’ll guide your team through a focused process to create a clear, actionable fundraising plan. We provide the structure, facilitation, and expert feedback, while your team authors the plan to ensure ownership and alignment. Weekly sessions and draft reviews keep the process on track, resulting in a Board-ready, 12-month roadmap grounded in best practices and your organization’s reality.


    Fundraising Readiness Assessment

    Fundraising can feel uncertain — especially for organizations undertaking substantial fundraising efforts for the first time or building support in a new funding area. Turn uncertainty into clarity by identifying strengths, gaps, and realistic next steps. Through a focused, time-bound engagement and a written assessment, we help you understand your current readiness, prioritize what to do first, and lay the groundwork for future growth.


    Fundraising Plan Review 

    Drafted a fundraising plan but you’re not quite sure if you’re focusing on the right KPIs or strategies? Sometimes an outside lens is all that’s needed to move something over the finish line. This engagement provides expert review and feedback on your existing fundraising plan – aligned with your resources and with CEO and Board engagement and buy-in along the way. 


    Case for Support

    Through this four-week guided process, we’ll help you create a compelling, donor-centered case that galvanizes your team and inspires giving. If you’re preparing for a campaign, readying yourself for major donor outreach, looking to unify messaging across leadership, staff and Board, or simply need to clarify and punch up your “why” to support scale, investment and urgency, this is the perfect project to work on together.


Act & Measure

Whether it’s making an ask with confidence and authenticity or an immediate opportunity that requires fresh eyes and experienced voices, let us help you move purposefully towards your ambitions.

  • Brave Leadership, Bigger Gifts

    High-stakes fundraising requires courage, clarity, and preparation—whether you’re coaching your CEO or stepping into the donor meeting yourself. Working closely with you, we’ll craft a tailored, 90-minute workshop designed to ensure participants walk away with the confidence to approach solicitations authentically and strategically. Learn to identify and overcome psychological barriers, develop donor-centered strategies, and apply practical tools to elevate both your own effectiveness and that of the executives and Boards you support.


    Executive Fundraising Counsel

    For CEOs, Executive Directors, and Chief Development Officers seeking trusted, strategic counsel. Russell Philanthropies serves as your confidential thought partner — providing high-level guidance, real-time feedback, and concrete actions to navigate pivotal moments in organizational leadership. From campaigns and capital raises to leadership transitions, program expansions, and complex Board or staff dynamics, we help senior leaders lead with clarity and confidence in their most critical decisions.

    Fundraising Coaching Engagement

    For nonprofit leaders who want to elevate both the practice of fundraising and results, this is for you. Through scheduled coaching calls and on-demand support, we help you strengthen your donor strategy, sharpen your fundraising skills, and build the confidence to lead bold philanthropic conversations. Together, we’ll focus on the practical actions that elevate your fundraising effectiveness and deliver results.


    Onsite Fundraising and Strategy Workshop

    Some moments and opportunities simply benefit from the magic of in-person energy and connection. Let us build a customized, onsite working session for you and your team that strengthens alignment, explores strategic opportunities, and positions your organization for the next stage of fundraising and campaign efforts. 


    Director of Development-in-a-Box

    For organizations experiencing a gap in development leadership, this 90-day engagement keeps fundraising moving forward. Russell Philanthropies provides interim structure and strategic counsel to sustain momentum, guide staff, support hiring, and ensure a smooth transition to your next Director of Development.


  • Fundraising Alignment Framework

    Move beyond numbers on a dashboard and showcase a memorable story of progress that supports stronger donor relationships, internal conversations, and better fundraising at every level. Together we’ll define a focused set of portfolio metrics, craft the accompanying narrative, and align core stakeholders – development teams, C-suite, and the Board – around what to measure, why it matters, and how individual goals flow from organizational priorities. 


    Fundraising Growth Blueprint

    Designed for established nonprofits preparing for the next phase of growth, and conducted in collaboration with your development team, Russell Philanthropies provides an objective, data-informed assessment of your fundraising capacity and a practical roadmap for sustainable expansion. Acting as a strategic thought partner, we complement your team’s expertise with external perspective, benchmarks, and actionable recommendations to strengthen structure, staffing, and systems for long-term success.


Let’s Connect

If targeted, short-term projects – and outcomes you can point to with pride – are of interest, please get in touch via hello@russellphilanthropies.com. Likewise, drop us a line if there’s something you need help with that’s not reflected here. We’re thrilled to have the conversation with you and your organization.