Welcome to RayZo, your one-stop resource for all your charitable organization needs. With 35 years of experience in the non-profit sector, we specialize in elevating the awareness and value of community-based organizations. Our comprehensive approach ensures your organization achieves its optimal philanthropic potential by guiding your investment in fundraising and building the right model and practices for success.

Our Approach

We tailor our nonprofit fundraising consulting services to your organization’s specific needs. Our process begins with an in-depth assessment of your current data and resources. Our team, equipped with best practice models of fundraising, innovative ideas, data analytics skills, contemporary knowledge of metrics, and firsthand experience, delivers strategic recommendations. Our relationships with executive leaders, chief development officers, and Board members further enhance our insights, helping us identify opportunities and tactics that foster sustainable philanthropic practices.

We continuously learn and apply our knowledge to benefit you.

Grants Management & Writing

• Prospecting and Grant Writing: Identifying opportunities and crafting compelling proposals.
• Grant Tracking: Monitoring and managing grants to ensure compliance and reporting.
• Program Development and Best Practices: Designing effective programs that align with funding goals.
• Relationship Management, Consultation, and Coaching: Building and nurturing donor and funder relationships.
• Communication Strategies: Developing strategies to engage major donors and funders.
• Funding Environment Insights: Keeping you informed about the funding landscape and its impact on your organization.

Digital Fundraising

• Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Leveraging networks to raise funds.
• Donor Management Software: Implementing and optimizing tools for donor management.
• Social Media Fundraising: Utilizing social platforms to drive donations.
• Email Marketing: Crafting and executing effective email campaigns.
• Crowdfunding: Organizing and managing crowdfunding campaigns.

Fundraising Campaign Planning & Implementation

• Major Donor Campaigns: Strategies to engage and secure major donors.
• Annual Individual Donor Campaigns: Planning and executing yearly fundraising efforts.
• Challenge Grant Planning: Developing campaigns to match donor contributions.
• Resource Development: Identifying and securing resources for your organization.
• Capital Campaign Planning: Structuring campaigns to raise significant funds for specific projects.
• Volunteer Program Development: Building and managing volunteer programs to support fundraising efforts.

Social Media Marketing & Advertising

• Platform Expertise: Managing social media platforms and tools.
• Content Creation and Storytelling: Developing compelling content to engage audiences.
• Branding: Establishing and maintaining a strong brand presence.
• Digital Advertising: Executing targeted advertising campaigns.
• Message Development: Crafting messages that resonate with your audience.
• Scheduling and Engagement: Planning and managing social media schedules and interactions.

Storytelling & Copywriting

• Media, Newsletters, and Brochures: Writing engaging stories for various media.
• Digital Copywriting: Creating content for websites, emails, and social media.
• Success Stories: Highlighting achievements to promote your organization.
• Communications Collateral: Preparing materials for digital and print use.

Fundraising Events

• Event Conceptualization: Designing unique and impactful fundraising events.
• Sponsorship Development: Securing funding and sponsorships.
• Targeted Planning: Reaching and engaging intended donors and guests.
• Event Management: Overseeing all aspects of event execution.
• Outreach and Social Media Management: Promoting events and managing communications.
• Vendor Procurement: Coordinating services and vendors for events.
• Budget Management: Ensuring events stay within budget.

Branding & Graphic Design

• Digital and Print Collateral: Creating visually appealing materials.
• Brand Management: Maintaining and enhancing your brand identity.
• Promotional Material Design: Supporting campaigns with high-quality graphics.

Website Development

• Web Development: Designing user-friendly websites with donor-focused journeys.
• Functionality Development: Creating websites with multiple levels of functionality.
• Back-End Consultation: Providing technical support and maintenance.
• Website Maintenance: Ensuring your site runs smoothly and securely.
• Digital Marketing Integration: Aligning web efforts with your fundraising strategy.