We think all capital campaigns should have two goals: One, raising the money for your capital needs, and, two, building a strong Culture of Philanthropy that launches your organization into a new and invigorated place. Don’t expect that we will come in and be satisfied that your goal is just to raise money. That won’t bring change for the long haul. We’ll coach and train you in building a more sustainable organization.
We will help you prepare for the campaign, assuring that systems are in place, individuals are trained, and donors are well-stewarded. We help you create a campaign plan from start to finish. Regarding the traditional feasibility study? Well, we feel particular about how to go about this. We think that the traditional feasibility study—as they have been done for years—is a generally ineffective way to determine how much funding you can secure for a capital project (or any other project). We don’t buy the idea that potential donors will be more candid and forthcoming with an independent consultant about their intent to support your organization. Imagine an independent consultant being hired to find out what your friends think of you, when you could just ask them for honest feedback yourself! So, we think traditional feasibility studies are a waste of your precious time and money.