For many small or overstretched nonprofits, the biggest barriers to success aren’t passion or vision—they’re time, capacity, and expertise. A consultant provides immediate, targeted support that strengthens the organization from the inside out, helping teams focus on what matters most: delivering their mission.
All contracts are negotiated individually based on an organization’s budget and needs. Please choose your needs from the menu below and contact Merissa for a consultation.
Facilitation and Board Training
From environmental scans and goal-setting sessions to implementation planning and evaluation frameworks, Mission Consulting, LLC ensures that every step is clear, collaborative, and empowering. By turning big ideas into focused strategies, your nonprofit will move forward with confidence, purpose, and measurable direction.
We support nonprofit boards in becoming stronger, more engaged, and better equipped to govern effectively through tailored board training sessions. Members will understand their roles and responsibilities, strengthen leadership and communication skills, and build a shared understanding of the organization’s mission, vision, and goals.
Trainings foster deeper alignment between board and staff, encourage strategic thinking, and cultivate a culture of accountability and collaboration. Whether onboarding new members or elevating an existing board’s performance, Mission Consulting, LLC will provide the tools and guidance needed to enhance governance, strengthen decision-making, and amplify organizational impact.
“Merissa doesn’t just support an organization; she strengthens its foundation. I cannot recommend her enough.”
– Serena Williams, Board Chair at Olympic Nature Experience
Donor Prospect Research
Research briefs and donor profiles through Kindsight will equip your team with actionable intelligence so you can approach the right donors with the right message at the right time. Whether you’re launching a new campaign, expanding your donor base, or refining your major gifts strategy, this provides the clarity and direction needed to elevate your fundraising success and deepen community investment in your work.
Fundraiser and Event Planning
Mission Consulting, LLC helps nonprofits create meaningful, memorable fundraising experiences that strengthen community ties and generate essential support for their mission. These fundraising and event planning services combine creativity, strategy, and meticulous coordination to ensure every event—from intimate gatherings to large-scale campaigns—is impactful and seamless.
We will work closely with your team to design events that reflect your organization’s values, engage your audience, and inspire giving. From concept development and budgeting to logistics, vendor coordination, sponsorship outreach, and post-event evaluation, Mission Consulting, LLC will manage the details so you can focus on building relationships and celebrating your mission.
Whether you’re launching a new signature fundraiser, revitalizing an annual event, or seeking assistance with campaign planning, we will provide or collaborate on the vision, structure, and hands-on support necessary to elevate your fundraising efforts and maximize your organization’s reach and revenue.
Programmatic Evaluation
Evaluations go beyond numbers; they uplift stories, highlight strengths, and identify opportunities for growth. By providing actionable recommendations and ongoing support, Mission Consulting, LLC can help nonprofits refine their programs, strengthen their strategies, and enhance their long-term sustainability.
We will work together to design evaluation frameworks, clarify outcomes, and develop tools for measuring effectiveness. Through surveys, interviews, data analysis, and impact reporting, she will translate complex information into clear insights that guide decision-making and demonstrate value to funders, partners, and the community.
Outreach Services
By serving as an extension of your team, Mission Consulting, LLC will help you increase awareness, build trust, and cultivate community support. Whether promoting programs, recruiting volunteers, or elevating your mission at local events, our outreach services amplify your organization’s presence and deepen its impact in the community.
Outreach support includes event presence, community tabling, informational sessions, and engagement strategy, ensuring your message reaches the right people in the right places. We can handle everything from materials preparation and booth setup to audience engagement, data collection, and follow-up processes that turn interactions into meaningful connections.
Grant Writing and Training
In addition to writing grants, empower your team through customized grant training workshops. These sessions build internal capacity by teaching staff and board members how to identify funding opportunities, craft strong proposals, track reporting requirements, and develop sustainable grants management systems.
By strengthening both your immediate funding strategy and your long-term internal skills, you’l help your organization grow its financial resilience and expand its impact.
Let’s build something powerful—together. Get in touch to start the conversation.
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