FAQs
What does a fundraising strategy consultant do?
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A fundraising strategy consultant helps nonprofits design and execute the systems that bring in philanthropic revenue — donor strategy, case-for-support, campaign planning, board development, and donor stewardship. Komselj works with organizations raising $500K to $25M annually and provides both audit-based diagnostics and ongoing strategic counsel.
How much does a fundraising consultant cost?
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Pricing varies widely. Independent consultants charge $75–$200 per hour or $1,500–$5,000 per month. Boutique fundraising firms charge $8,000–$25,000 per month. Komselj's nonprofit retainers begin at $3,500 per month for foundational work and $8,500 per month for strategic partnerships. À la carte audits begin at $9,500.
What is a philanthropic advisor?
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A philanthropic advisor helps donors — individual, family office, or foundation — give in ways that are aligned with their values, strategically focused, and rigorous about impact. Komselj's philanthropic advisory practice begins at $7,500 per month and includes alignment work, portfolio review, grantee due diligence, and governance support.
What is a fundraising audit?
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What is the Mirror Cohort?
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A fundraising audit is a structured diagnostic of an organization's fundraising health across donor strategy, board engagement, narrative, and operations. Komselj offers two: a free 12-point audit as a self-serve diagnostic, and a 74-point philanthropic audit ($9,500) as a deep institutional assessment.
The Mirror Cohort is a facilitated peer environment where qualified nonprofits and philanthropists work alongside each other with full visibility into each other's constraints. Admission requires six months of engagement with Komselj or completion of three workbook-and-webinar units.