How We Do It

VFNA adheres to proven best practices implemented through a flexible service model designed to fit each client’s needs while maximizing investment.

Embedded Staffing

VFNA provides long-term and interim fundraising management staffing for our partners. Our embedded model provides hands-on and daily training in industry best practices to your fundraising team.

Campaign Direction

VFNA has experience directing fundraising campaigns across the entire not-for-profit marketplace. VFNA’s leadership have directed campaigns and are prepared to develop a customized solution and management plan for your organization’s fundraising goals.

Campaign Planning

VFNA-directed Planning is the first step toward a successful campaign. It prepares your organization for a funding campaign by assessing institutional capacity, building the fundraising infrastructure, testing the case for support, and identifying the willingness and readiness of prospective campaign leaders and major gift donors to lead and give.

Annual Fund Direction

VFNA has a proven track record of increasing annual fund revenue for our client partners. Through our hands-on approach, our team is prepared to develop customized solutions to enhance your organization’s annual fund, engage new donors and audiences and grow your prospect pipeline.

Executive Search

VFNA has had significant success in recruiting Chief Development Officers for clients from across the not-for-profit marketplace. Our leaders will provide you with exceptionally talented candidates who will also fit your organization’s unique culture. In addition, we work with client partners to develop a rigorous departmental and institutional on-boarding strategy.