FOR NONPROFIT LEADERS WHO WANT A BETTER WAY
Inspire Generosity
with Trust
& Results

Fundraising shouldn’t feel like an uphill battle. It’s not about a needy organization hoping a wealthy donor will step in as the hero. It’s about bringing together people with different resources—experience, time, expertise, and financial capacity—to become true partners in solving a problem, finding a cure, or funding a vision. Through retreats, coaching, and board workshops, I’ll teach you a new way to raise more, stress less, and help your mission thrive.

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Stop Fundraising.

Start Inspiring Generosity.

Fundraising isn’t just challenging—it’s driving people out of the profession. 51% of fundraisers say they will leave their current nonprofit within two years, and 31% of fundraisers say they plan to leave fundraising altogether.* Trial and error is exhausting. Webinars, podcasts, and conferences offer ideas, but they rarely provide the breakthrough you need. There’s a better way.

*Source: The Chronicle of Philanthropy (2021)

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Let's Connect
Empowered Conversations
Authentic Relationships
Collaborative Partnerships
Empowered Conversations
Authentic Relationships
Collaborative Partnerships
The DREAMS™ Framework

Cultivate Connection,

Inspire Generosity

Generosity is the bridge that connects your mission to the people who believe in it. When you lead with trust and clarity, fundraising becomes less about asking and more about inspiring true, lasting support.

I created the DREAMS™ framework as an alternative to outdated fundraising tactics. It’s simple, sequential, and exactly what I wish I had when I first started fundraising.

Discover

Discover ideal giving partners by assessing their interests, relationships, capacity and philanthropic track record.

Research

Research guides your request, aligning the project, timing and amount to maximize partner satisfaction.

Engage

Engage with intention and consistency to develop and maintain authentic, trusting relationships.

Activate

Activate the power of generosity to drive positive outcomes and create meaningful change.

Multiply

Multiply support by empowering and equipping your giving partners to champion your cause, inspire others, and attract additional support.

Sustain

Sustain long-term support by expressing heartfelt gratitude and clearly demonstrating the impact of generosity.

The DREAMS™ Framework
Helping Non-profits
Inspire Generosity with

I believe you hold the power to unlock extraordinary generosity by developing authentic relationships grounded in shared mission and aligned values.

Testimonials
Words from Those Who’ve Experienced the Transformation

"The DREAMS™ framework has completely transformed my understanding of fundraising. I deeply admire Joanna’s expertise and the compassionate approach she brings to inspiring generosity. Her perspective on how inspiration drives generosity is something I now strive to incorporate every day."

Kolbey Donahue

"The retreat exceeded my expectations because the transformation in me was deeper, more profound, and more complete than I thought possible."

John Smith

"Inspire Generosity is the most out-of-the-box yet organic paradigm shift! It’s natural, thoughtful, and adaptable for anyone.”

Tricia Harmon

"Joanna continues to challenge me to think differently, reach greater heights, and explore opportunities that ultimately benefit the greater good in the world. "

Sue Gifford

"Joanna taught me the joy of fundraising. I mastered the art of securing major donations and it brought me tremendous personal fulfillment as a leader."

Bob Perl 

"Joanna is the single most strategic-minded person that I've had the privilege to work with. She is what we call a pro’s pro"

Dan Castello

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